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Poipu Overview

1,085
TOTAL POPULATION
550
MALE POPULATION
535
FEMALE POPULATION
102.80
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
62.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$115,240
PER CAPITA INCOME
$158,021
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$134,028
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
65.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
34.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,378
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.57
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
519
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Poipu

The most populous races in Poipu are White / Caucasian (742 | 68.4%), Two or more Races (162 | 14.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (143 | 13.2%).
Race in Poipu
Race# Population% Population
Asian12211.2%
Black / African American20.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific70.6%
Hispanic or Latino14313.2%
Native / Alaskan70.6%
White / Caucasian74268.4%
Two or more Races16214.9%
Some other Race434.0%
Total1,085100.0%

Ancestry in Poipu

The most populous ancestries reported in Poipu are German (191 | 17.6%), English (173 | 15.9%), Irish (147 | 13.6%), European (99 | 9.1%), and Bhutanese (86 | 7.9%), together accounting for 64.1% of all Poipu residents.
Ancestry in Poipu
Ancestry# Population% Population
American797.3%
Arab343.1%
Australian20.2%
Bhutanese867.9%
British181.7%
Canadian70.6%
Central American343.1%
Colombian343.1%
Costa Rican343.1%
Cuban70.6%
Czech30.3%
Danish131.2%
Dutch131.2%
English17315.9%
European999.1%
Finnish30.3%
French302.8%
French Canadian30.3%
German19117.6%
Greek40.4%
Indian (Asian)444.1%
Irish14713.6%
Italian222.0%
Korean736.7%
Latvian50.5%
Lebanese343.1%
Mexican252.3%
Native Hawaiian333.0%
Norwegian272.5%
Peruvian171.6%
Polish373.4%
Portuguese30.3%
Potawatomi20.2%
Puerto Rican60.5%
Russian151.4%
Scandinavian80.7%
Scotch-Irish222.0%
Scottish111.0%
Slovak50.5%
South American716.5%
South American Indian171.6%
Sri Lankan20.2%
Swedish151.4%
Swiss10.1%
Thai50.5%
Ukrainian50.5%
Venezuelan201.8%
Welsh30.3%
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Immigrants in Poipu

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Poipu came from Latin America (70 | 6.5%), Central America (39 | 3.6%), Costa Rica (34 | 3.1%), South America (31 | 2.9%), and Europe (30 | 2.8%), together accounting for 18.8% of all Poipu residents.
Immigrants in Poipu
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia211.9%
Australia20.2%
Canada232.1%
Central America393.6%
China60.5%
Colombia111.0%
Costa Rica343.1%
Eastern Asia60.5%
Eastern Europe201.8%
England20.2%
Europe302.8%
France10.1%
Germany70.6%
Latin America706.5%
Mexico50.5%
Northern Europe20.2%
Oceania20.2%
Philippines131.2%
Poland131.2%
Russia70.6%
South America312.9%
South Eastern Asia151.4%
Venezuela201.8%
Vietnam20.2%
Western Europe80.7%
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Sex and Age in Poipu

Sex and Age in Poipu

The most populous age groups in Poipu are 65 to 69 Years (86 | 15.6%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (76 | 14.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Poipu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (4.2%)6 (1.1%)
5 to 9 Years8 (1.5%)12 (2.2%)
10 to 14 Years32 (5.8%)6 (1.1%)
15 to 19 Years4 (0.7%)51 (9.5%)
20 to 24 Years6 (1.1%)27 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Years38 (6.9%)9 (1.7%)
30 to 34 Years11 (2.0%)44 (8.2%)
35 to 39 Years6 (1.1%)11 (2.1%)
40 to 44 Years8 (1.5%)8 (1.5%)
45 to 49 Years34 (6.2%)8 (1.5%)
50 to 54 Years19 (3.5%)42 (7.9%)
55 to 59 Years26 (4.7%)52 (9.7%)
60 to 64 Years82 (14.9%)64 (12.0%)
65 to 69 Years86 (15.6%)76 (14.2%)
70 to 74 Years75 (13.6%)34 (6.4%)
75 to 79 Years38 (6.9%)39 (7.3%)
80 to 84 Years26 (4.7%)14 (2.6%)
85 Years and over28 (5.1%)32 (6.0%)
Total550 (100.0%)535 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Poipu

Median Family Size in Poipu

The median family size in Poipu is 2.57 persons per family, with single female/mother families (9 | 2.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (311 | 96.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Poipu
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple311 (96.3%)2.54
Single Male/Father3 (0.9%)3.00
Single Female/Mother9 (2.8%)3.56
Total Families323 (100.0%)2.57

Median Household Size in Poipu

The median household size in Poipu is 2.02 persons per household, with single female/mother households (9 | 1.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.33 persons per household. non-family households (215 | 40.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Poipu
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple311 (57.8%)2.54
Single Male/Father3 (0.6%)3.00
Single Female/Mother9 (1.7%)4.33
Non-family215 (40.0%)1.15
Total Households538 (100.0%)2.02

Household Size by Marriage Status in Poipu

Out of a total of 538 households in Poipu, 323 (60.0%) are family households, while 215 (40.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 239, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 171.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Poipu
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-171 (31.8%)
2-Person Households239 (44.4%)44 (8.2%)
3-Person Households36 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households41 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households7 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total323 (60.0%)215 (40.0%)

Female Fertility in Poipu

Fertility by Age in Poipu

Average fertility rate in Poipu is 25.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Poipu
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)50.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total4 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Poipu

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Poipu
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Poipu

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Poipu
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)308.0
Total4 (100.0%)25.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Poipu

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Poipu
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Poipu

Income Overview in Poipu

Per Capita Income in Poipu is $115,240, while median incomes of families and households are $158,021 and $134,028 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,085$115,240
Median Family Income323$158,021
Mean Family Income323$255,954
Median Household Income538$134,028
Mean Household Income538$232,264
Income Deficit323$11,378
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,08565.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,08534.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0850.57

Earnings by Sex in Poipu

Average Earnings in Poipu are $53,750, $92,589 for men and $32,104 for women, a difference of 65.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Poipu
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male287 (51.2%)$92,589
Female273 (48.7%)$32,104
Total560 (100.0%)$53,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Poipu

The most common earnings brackets in Poipu are $100,000+ for men (127 | 44.3%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (45 | 16.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Poipu
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less8 (2.8%)3 (1.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49918 (6.3%)5 (1.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (2.1%)7 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)4 (1.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)9 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,4996 (2.1%)16 (5.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (1.4%)33 (12.1%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9991 (0.4%)20 (7.3%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (4.5%)45 (16.5%)
$35,000 to $39,99919 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9997 (2.4%)21 (7.7%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (1.7%)15 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9994 (1.4%)6 (2.2%)
$55,000 to $64,9998 (2.8%)22 (8.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99914 (4.9%)16 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99947 (16.4%)13 (4.8%)
$100,000+127 (44.3%)33 (12.1%)
Total287 (100.0%)273 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Poipu

Average earnings in Poipu are $93,125 for men and $33,750 for women, a difference of 63.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $151,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $62,031. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $32,439, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Poipu
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$62,031$28,750
College or Associate's Degree$75,313$32,439
Bachelor's Degree$141,250$0
Graduate Degree$151,250$0
Total$93,125$33,750

Family Income in Poipu

Family Income Brackets in Poipu

According to the Poipu family income data, there are 127 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.3% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Poipu
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00010.3%
$10,000 to $14,99951.5%
$15,000 to $24,99930.9%
$25,000 to $34,999103.1%
$35,000 to $49,999134.0%
$50,000 to $74,999144.3%
$75,000 to $99,999195.9%
$100,000 to $149,9999429.1%
$150,000 to $199,9993711.5%
$200,000+12739.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Poipu

3-person families (41 | 12.7%) account for the highest median family income in Poipu with $165,750 per family, while 2-person families (239 | 74.0%) have the highest median income of $79,375 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Poipu
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families239 (74.0%)$158,750
3-Person Families41 (12.7%)$165,750
4-Person Families36 (11.2%)$134,306
5-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
6-Person Families7 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total323 (100.0%)$158,021

Family Income by Number of Earners in Poipu

Family Income by Number of Earners in Poipu
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners106 (32.8%)$0
1 Earner81 (25.1%)$172,813
2 Earners104 (32.2%)$175,833
3+ Earners32 (9.9%)$134,167
Total323 (100.0%)$158,021

Household Income in Poipu

Household Income Brackets in Poipu

With 157 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Poipu, accounting for 29.2% of all households. In contrast, only 7 households (1.3%) fall into the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Poipu
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000122.2%
$10,000 to $14,999101.9%
$15,000 to $24,99971.3%
$25,000 to $34,999376.9%
$35,000 to $49,999285.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997513.9%
$75,000 to $99,999305.6%
$100,000 to $149,99910519.5%
$150,000 to $199,9997714.3%
$200,000+15729.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Poipu

The median household income in Poipu is $134,028, with the highest median household income of $168,125 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 77 households (14.3%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Poipu
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years77 (14.3%)$168,125
45 to 64 Years166 (30.9%)$134,722
65+ Years295 (54.8%)$117,159
Total538 (100.0%)$134,028

Poverty in Poipu

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Poipu

With 2.9% poverty level for males and 10.3% for females among the residents of Poipu, 15 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 4 males (100.0%) and 20 females (74.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Poipu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)6 (40.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)5 (14.3%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)20 (74.1%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years11 (20.7%)9 (18.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)5 (4.5%)
75 Years and over1 (1.1%)9 (10.6%)
Total16 (2.9%)55 (10.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Poipu

According to the poverty statistics in Poipu, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Poipu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years23 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 Years4 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years8 (100.0%)9 (60.0%)
12 to 14 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)30 (85.7%)
18 to 24 Years6 (100.0%)7 (25.9%)
25 to 34 Years49 (100.0%)53 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years14 (100.0%)19 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years42 (79.2%)41 (82.0%)
55 to 64 Years108 (100.0%)115 (99.1%)
65 to 74 Years161 (100.0%)105 (95.5%)
75 Years and over91 (98.9%)76 (89.4%)
Total534 (97.1%)480 (89.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Poipu

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Poipu show that 2.9% or 9 of the total 311 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 13.8%, comprising of 8 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Poipu
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children249 (99.6%)1 (0.4%)
1 or 2 Children50 (86.2%)8 (13.8%)
3 or 4 Children3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total302 (97.1%)9 (2.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Poipu

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Poipu
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Poipu

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Poipu
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Poipu

Employment by Class of Employer in Poipu

Among the 481 employed individuals in Poipu, private company employees (313 | 65.1%), self-employed (not incorporated) (75 | 15.6%), and self-employed (incorporated) (36 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Poipu
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees31365.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)367.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7515.6%
Not-for-profit Organizations326.7%
Local Government Employees00.0%
State Government Employees255.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total481100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Poipu

According to the labor force statistics for Poipu, out of the total population over 16 years of age (978), 53.1% or 519 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 12 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 47 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.2% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Poipu
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years24 (68.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years7 (21.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years33 (100.0%)6 (18.2%)
45 to 54 Years97 (94.2%)2 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years59 (75.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years73 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years73 (26.9%)4 (5.5%)
75 Years and over51 (28.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total519 (53.1%)12 (2.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Poipu

According to labor force statistics for Poipu, 78.8% of individuals (364) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (462) are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 8 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 81.2% or 177 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.0% or 6 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Poipu
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School19 (65.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma50 (79.4%)8 (12.0%)
College / Associate Degree118 (77.6%)3 (1.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher177 (81.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total364 (78.8%)10 (2.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Poipu

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Poipu are Community & Social Service (67 | 13.2%), Management (61 | 12.0%), Business & Financial (58 | 11.4%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (30 | 5.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (27 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Poipu

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Poipu, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Business & Financial (81.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (70.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (66.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Poipu
OccupationMaleFemale
Management45 (73.8%)16 (26.2%)
Business & Financial47 (81.0%)11 (19.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science16 (59.3%)11 (40.7%)
Computers & Mathematics9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (58.3%)5 (41.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 24 (35.8%)43 (64.2%)
Education, Arts & Media3 (33.3%)6 (66.7%)
Legal Services & Support12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (30.0%)21 (70.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating20 (80.0%)5 (20.0%)
Health Technologists20 (80.0%)5 (20.0%)
Total (Category)152 (63.9%)86 (36.1%)
Total (Overall)253 (49.9%)254 (50.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Poipu are Food Preparation & Serving (67 | 13.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (48 | 9.5%), Personal Care & Service (24 | 4.7%), Healthcare Support (4 | 0.8%), and Security & Protection (4 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Poipu

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Poipu, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (60.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (83.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (82.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Poipu
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Security & Protection4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving12 (17.9%)55 (82.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (60.4%)19 (39.6%)
Personal Care & Service4 (16.7%)20 (83.3%)
Total (Category)49 (33.3%)98 (66.7%)
Total (Overall)253 (49.9%)254 (50.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Poipu are Sales & Related (72 | 14.2%), and Office & Administration (13 | 2.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Poipu

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Poipu
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related35 (48.6%)37 (51.4%)
Office & Administration4 (30.8%)9 (69.2%)
Total (Category)39 (45.9%)46 (54.1%)
Total (Overall)253 (49.9%)254 (50.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Poipu are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 2.0%), Construction & Extraction (9 | 1.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (4 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Poipu

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Poipu
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Total (Category)13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Total (Overall)253 (49.9%)254 (50.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Poipu are , and Production (14 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Poipu

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Poipu
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)253 (49.9%)254 (50.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Poipu

Employment Industries in Poipu

The major employment industries in Poipu include Accommodation & Food Services (79 | 15.6%), Educational Services (51 | 10.1%), Administrative & Support (42 | 8.3%), Information (38 | 7.5%), and Retail Trade (35 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Poipu

Employment Industries by Sex in Poipu

The Poipu industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Information (89.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (70.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Poipu
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction21 (72.4%)8 (27.6%)
Manufacturing16 (64.0%)9 (36.0%)
Wholesale Trade14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)
Retail Trade17 (48.6%)18 (51.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information34 (89.5%)4 (10.5%)
Finance & Insurance8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing16 (45.7%)19 (54.3%)
Professional & Scientific24 (77.4%)7 (22.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support29 (69.1%)13 (30.9%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance20 (62.5%)12 (37.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (32.1%)19 (67.9%)
Accommodation & Food Services23 (29.1%)56 (70.9%)
Public Administration4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total253 (49.9%)254 (50.1%)

Education in Poipu

School Enrollment in Poipu

The most common levels of schooling among the 161 students in Poipu are high school (55 | 34.2%), middle school (38 | 23.6%), and graduate / professional (27 | 16.8%).
School Enrollment in Poipu
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool63.7%
Kindergarten74.3%
Elementary School138.1%
Middle School3823.6%
High School5534.2%
College / Undergraduate159.3%
Graduate / Professional2716.8%
Total161100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Poipu

Out of a total of 161 students who are enrolled in schools in Poipu, 54 (33.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 107 (66.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Poipu
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old16 (80.0%)4 (20.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds33 (86.8%)5 (13.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds36 (65.4%)19 (34.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7 (25.9%)20 (74.1%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (66.5%)54 (33.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Poipu

Education (65 | 12.6%), science & technology (61 | 11.8%), psychology (58 | 11.2%), social sciences (55 | 10.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (49 | 9.5%) are the most common fields of study among 517 individuals in Poipu who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Poipu
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics417.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural499.5%
Physical & Health Sciences40.8%
Psychology5811.2%
Social Sciences5510.6%
Engineering417.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies91.7%
Science & Technology6111.8%
Business489.3%
Education6512.6%
Literature & Languages203.9%
Liberal Arts & History224.3%
Visual & Performing Arts101.9%
Communications112.1%
Arts & Humanities234.4%
Total517100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Poipu

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Poipu

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Poipu are males with 2 vehicles (79, accounting for 33.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (80, making up 32.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Poipu
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle42 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle67 (28.3%)61 (25.0%)
2 Vehicles79 (33.3%)80 (32.8%)
3 Vehicles32 (13.5%)67 (27.5%)
4 Vehicles13 (5.5%)31 (12.7%)
5 or more Vehicles4 (1.7%)5 (2.1%)
Total237 (100.0%)244 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Poipu

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Poipu are 5 to 9 minutes (107 commuters, 30.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (91 commuters, 25.8%), and 30 to 34 minutes (52 commuters, 14.7%).
Commute Time in Poipu
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes174.8%
5 to 9 Minutes10730.3%
10 to 14 Minutes4211.9%
15 to 19 Minutes72.0%
20 to 24 Minutes9125.8%
25 to 29 Minutes82.3%
30 to 34 Minutes5214.7%
35 to 39 Minutes92.5%
40 to 44 Minutes92.5%
45 to 59 Minutes61.7%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes51.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Poipu

The most common commute times in Poipu are 20 to 24 minutes (39 commuters, 26.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (72 commuters, 34.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Poipu
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes11 (7.5%)6 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes35 (23.8%)72 (34.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes31 (21.1%)11 (5.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes3 (2.0%)4 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes39 (26.5%)52 (25.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes4 (2.7%)4 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes7 (4.8%)45 (21.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes6 (4.1%)3 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes4 (2.7%)5 (2.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes2 (1.4%)4 (1.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes5 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Poipu

The most frequent times of departure to work in Poipu are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (37, 25.2%) for males and 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (72, 34.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Poipu
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM8 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM7 (4.8%)21 (10.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM8 (5.4%)12 (5.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM10 (6.8%)22 (10.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM18 (12.2%)21 (10.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1 (0.7%)8 (3.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM37 (25.2%)29 (14.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (2.0%)12 (5.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM12 (8.2%)9 (4.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM4 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM18 (12.2%)72 (34.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM16 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total147 (100.0%)206 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Poipu

Occupancy by Ownership in Poipu

Of the total 538 dwellings in Poipu, owner-occupied units account for 398 (74.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 140 (26.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Poipu
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units39874.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14026.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units538100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Poipu

Occupancy by Household Size in Poipu
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household17131.8%
2-Person Household28352.6%
3-Person Household366.7%
4+ Person Household488.9%
Total Housing Units538100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Poipu

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Poipu
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household109 (63.7%)62 (36.3%)
2-Person Household219 (77.4%)64 (22.6%)
3-Person Household31 (86.1%)5 (13.9%)
4+ Person Household39 (81.2%)9 (18.8%)
Total Housing Units398 (74.0%)140 (26.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Poipu

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Poipu
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma27 (56.2%)21 (43.8%)
College/Associate Degree124 (70.1%)53 (29.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher222 (77.1%)66 (22.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Poipu

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Poipu
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years539.9%
35 to 44 Years244.5%
45 to 54 Years519.5%
55 to 64 Years11521.4%
65 to 74 Years19436.1%
75 to 84 Years5810.8%
85 Years and Over438.0%
Total538100.0%

Housing Finances in Poipu

Median Income by Occupancy in Poipu

Median Income by Occupancy in Poipu
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied398 (74.0%)$139,643
Renter-Occupied140 (26.0%)$91,563
Average538 (100.0%)$134,028

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Poipu

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Poipu
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001 (0.3%)2 (1.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (1.0%)5 (3.6%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (1.3%)5 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9997 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99910 (2.5%)27 (19.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (3.3%)15 (10.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99964 (16.1%)11 (7.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (4.8%)11 (7.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99998 (24.6%)7 (5.0%)
$150,000 or more177 (44.5%)57 (40.7%)
Total398 (100.0%)140 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Poipu

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Poipu
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4997 (1.8%)5 (3.6%)
$500 to $79921 (5.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99931 (7.8%)2 (1.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49981 (20.3%)21 (15.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99945 (11.3%)16 (11.4%)
$2,000 to $2,49930 (7.5%)35 (25.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99951 (12.8%)39 (27.9%)
$3,000 or more129 (32.4%)4 (2.9%)
Total398 (100.0%)140 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Poipu

Housing Structures in Poipu

Housing Structures in Poipu
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached30957.4%
Single Unit, Attached91.7%
2 Unit Apartments173.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments397.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments325.9%
10 or more Apartments13224.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total538100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Poipu

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Poipu
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached249 (80.6%)60 (19.4%)
Single Unit, Attached4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments28 (87.5%)4 (12.5%)
10 or more Apartments78 (59.1%)54 (40.9%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total398 (74.0%)140 (26.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Poipu

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Poipu
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)47 (33.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms73 (18.3%)45 (32.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms187 (47.0%)25 (17.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms102 (25.6%)20 (14.3%)
8 or more Rooms36 (9.0%)3 (2.1%)
Total398 (100.0%)140 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Poipu

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Poipu
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)5 (3.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)7 (5.0%)
Electricity101 (25.4%)49 (35.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels5 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used292 (73.4%)79 (56.4%)
Total398 (100.0%)140 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Poipu

Household Vehicle Usage in Poipu
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6 (1.5%)42 (30.0%)
1 Vehicle196 (49.2%)62 (44.3%)
2 Vehicles137 (34.4%)28 (20.0%)
3 or more Vehicles59 (14.8%)8 (5.7%)
Total398 (100.0%)140 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Poipu

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Poipu

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units168230
Median Property Value$1,118,400$1,116,900
Median Household Income$182,813$84
Monthly Housing Costs$1,311$118
Real Estate Taxes$3,250$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Poipu

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Poipu
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9999 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9993 (1.8%)2 (0.9%)
$500,000 to $749,99932 (19.1%)40 (17.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99931 (18.4%)44 (19.1%)
$1,000,000 or more93 (55.4%)144 (62.6%)
Total168 (100.0%)230 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Poipu

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Poipu
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001 (0.6%)4 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,9995 (3.0%)4 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $34,9993 (1.8%)7 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99913 (7.7%)7 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99913 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (10.1%)51 (22.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99923 (13.7%)2 (0.9%)
$150,000 or more93 (55.4%)75 (32.6%)
Total168 (100.0%)230 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Poipu

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Poipu
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x8 (4.8%)134,028 (58,273.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (8.9%)9 (3.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x12 (7.1%)29 (12.6%)
4.0x or more132 (78.6%)7 (3.0%)
Total168 (100.0%)230 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Poipu

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Poipu
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8006 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49938 (22.6%)6 (2.6%)
$800 to $1,499124 (73.8%)26 (11.3%)
Total168 (100.0%)230 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Poipu

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poipu

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poipu
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years95 (96.9%)3 (3.1%)
35 to 44 Years20 (60.6%)13 (39.4%)
45 to 54 Years103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years198 (88.4%)26 (11.6%)
65 to 74 Years271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older177 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,043 (96.1%)42 (3.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Poipu

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Poipu
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Poipu

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Poipu
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00055 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99993 (87.7%)13 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99987 (94.6%)5 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99949 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over759 (96.9%)24 (3.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poipu

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Poipu
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years28 (26.4%)78 (73.6%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years11 (11.2%)84 (85.7%)
35 to 44 Years6 (18.2%)14 (42.4%)
45 to 54 Years9 (8.7%)94 (91.3%)
55 to 64 Years11 (4.9%)190 (84.8%)
65 to 74 Years232 (85.6%)168 (62.0%)
75 Years and over166 (93.8%)109 (61.6%)
Total463 (42.7%)810 (74.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Poipu

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Poipu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years9 (5.1%)2 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years20 (12.4%)3 (2.7%)
75 Years and over19 (20.6%)9 (10.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Poipu

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Poipu: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (12.4%)3 (2.7%)
75 Years and over17 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Poipu: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years7 (4.3%)3 (2.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Poipu: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years7 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (2.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (5.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Poipu: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (7.6%)4 (4.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Poipu: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (5.9%)

Technology Access in Poipu

Computing Device Access in Poipu

Computing Device Access in Poipu
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop46085.5%
Smartphone51295.2%
Tablet35766.4%
No Computing Device61.1%
Total538100.0%

Internet Access in Poipu

Internet Access in Poipu
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home46987.2%
Cellular Data Only5410.0%
Satellite Internet40.7%
No Internet152.8%
Total538100.0%

Poipu Summary

Poipu, HI is a small town located on the south shore of the Hawaiian island of Kauai. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, lush tropical landscape, and abundance of outdoor activities. The town is home to a variety of resorts, restaurants, and shops, as well as a number of historical sites.

History

The area now known as Poipu was originally inhabited by the native Hawaiian people. The first Europeans to visit the area were the Spanish, who arrived in 1778. The area was later settled by missionaries in the early 1800s. In 1835, King Kamehameha III granted the land to the missionary William Ellis, who established a sugar plantation. The plantation was later sold to the McBryde Sugar Company, which operated until the early 1900s.
In the late 1800s, the area began to attract tourists, and the first hotel was built in 1891. The town was officially established in the early 1900s, and the first post office was opened in 1910. In the 1950s, the area began to develop as a tourist destination, and the first resort was built in 1959.

Geography

Poipu is located on the south shore of Kauai, approximately 20 miles from the island’s capital, Lihue. The town is situated on a narrow strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the Kiahuna Plantation. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, including Poipu Beach, which is one of the most popular beaches on the island. The town is also home to a variety of lush tropical vegetation, including palm trees, hibiscus, and bougainvillea.

Economy

The economy of Poipu is largely driven by tourism. The town is home to a variety of resorts, restaurants, and shops, as well as a number of historical sites. The area is also known for its abundance of outdoor activities, including surfing, snorkeling, and hiking. In addition, the town is home to a number of agricultural operations, including coffee and macadamia nut farms.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Poipu was 1,711. The town is predominantly white, with a small percentage of Asian and Native Hawaiian residents. The median household income is $63,750, and the median home value is $717,000. The town has a high rate of homeownership, with nearly 80% of residents owning their own homes.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Poipu?
Total Population of Poipu is 1,085.
What is the Total Male Population of Poipu?
Total Male Population of Poipu is 550.
What is the Total Female Population of Poipu?
Total Female Population of Poipu is 535.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Poipu?
There are 102.80 Males per 100 Females in Poipu.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Poipu?
There are 97.27 Females per 100 Males in Poipu.
What is the Median Population Age in Poipu?
Median Population Age in Poipu is 62.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Poipu
Average Family Size in Poipu is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Poipu
Average Household Size in Poipu is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Poipu?
Per Capita income in Poipu is $115,240.
What is the Median Family Income in Poipu?
Median Family Income in Poipu is $158,021.
What is the Median Household income in Poipu?
Median Household Income in Poipu is $134,028.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Poipu?
Income or Wage Gap in Poipu is 65.3%.
Women in Poipu earn 34.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Poipu?
Family Income Deficit in Poipu is $11,378.
Families that are below poverty line in Poipu earn $11,378 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Poipu?
Inequality or Gini Index in Poipu is 0.57.
How Large is the Labor Force in Poipu?
There are 519 People in the Labor Forcein in Poipu.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Poipu?
53.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Poipu.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Poipu?
Unemployment Rate in Poipu is 2.3%.