Hawaii Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Hawaii has a total population of 1,445,635, making it a smaller state in the nation. The median age is 40.6 years, 5% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hawaii is 40.6 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hawaii is $98,317. This is 25% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 25% higher. The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $808,200. Housing costs are 166% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 8.2x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 62.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hawaii is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 21.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (21.1%) is well below the state average of 58.2%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (36.7% vs 5.8%).

Education

35.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.9%.