Urban Honolulu, HI

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Urban Honolulu Overview

348,547
TOTAL POPULATION
175,554
MALE POPULATION
172,993
FEMALE POPULATION
101.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$45,784
PER CAPITA INCOME
$106,192
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$82,772
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,959
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
192,360
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Urban Honolulu

The most populous races in Urban Honolulu are Asian (182,297 | 52.3%), Two or more Races (65,207 | 18.7%), and White / Caucasian (60,123 | 17.2%).
Race in Urban Honolulu
Race# Population% Population
Asian182,29752.3%
Black / African American6,2491.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific29,6578.5%
Hispanic or Latino25,5547.3%
Native / Alaskan6460.2%
White / Caucasian60,12317.2%
Two or more Races65,20718.7%
Some other Race4,3681.3%
Total348,547100.0%

Ancestry in Urban Honolulu

The most populous ancestries reported in Urban Honolulu are Bhutanese (93,714 | 26.9%), Indian (Asian) (70,036 | 20.1%), Korean (68,763 | 19.7%), Native Hawaiian (43,420 | 12.5%), and Burmese (21,479 | 6.2%), together accounting for 85.3% of all Urban Honolulu residents.
Ancestry in Urban Honolulu
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan880.0%
African4520.1%
Alaska Native250.0%
Albanian60.0%
Aleut470.0%
Alsatian160.0%
American5,0861.5%
Apache1830.1%
Arab4890.1%
Argentinean1700.1%
Armenian940.0%
Australian1160.0%
Austrian3620.1%
Bangladeshi80.0%
Barbadian120.0%
Belgian1160.0%
Belizean1230.0%
Bermudan390.0%
Bhutanese93,71426.9%
Blackfeet3140.1%
Bolivian630.0%
Brazilian1830.1%
British6990.2%
British West Indian240.0%
Bulgarian3100.1%
Burmese21,4796.2%
Cajun180.0%
Cambodian1140.0%
Canadian3390.1%
Cape Verdean100.0%
Celtic110.0%
Central American7210.2%
Central American Indian2140.1%
Cherokee1,6540.5%
Cheyenne440.0%
Chickasaw100.0%
Chilean870.0%
Chinese2,7110.8%
Chippewa1080.0%
Choctaw1050.0%
Colombian2460.1%
Colville360.0%
Comanche40.0%
Costa Rican1060.0%
Cree80.0%
Creek460.0%
Croatian1130.0%
Cuban3960.1%
Czech2820.1%
Czechoslovakian1480.0%
Danish7110.2%
Delaware770.0%
Dominican3550.1%
Dutch7980.2%
Eastern European2590.1%
Ecuadorian1540.0%
Egyptian740.0%
English12,2293.5%
Estonian180.0%
Ethiopian390.0%
European2,0480.6%
Fijian2,2390.6%
Filipino1,2750.4%
Finnish3420.1%
French3,0360.9%
French American Indian120.0%
French Canadian5960.2%
German15,8154.5%
German Russian110.0%
Ghanaian570.0%
Greek4990.1%
Guamanian / Chamorro1,6430.5%
Guatemalan1350.0%
Guyanese570.0%
Haitian2090.1%
Honduran450.0%
Hungarian3800.1%
Icelander70.0%
Indian (Asian)70,03620.1%
Indonesian970.0%
Inupiat440.0%
Iranian3730.1%
Iraqi160.0%
Irish11,3143.3%
Iroquois850.0%
Israeli610.0%
Italian5,0251.4%
Jamaican1640.1%
Japanese2760.1%
Jordanian180.0%
Kenyan650.0%
Kiowa50.0%
Korean68,76319.7%
Laotian1810.1%
Latvian560.0%
Lebanese1970.1%
Lithuanian2070.1%
Lumbee200.0%
Luxembourger270.0%
Malaysian9050.3%
Marshallese2,4670.7%
Mexican8,4072.4%
Mexican American Indian1550.0%
Mongolian1140.0%
Moroccan50.0%
Native Hawaiian43,42012.5%
Navajo1820.1%
New Zealander410.0%
Nicaraguan1430.0%
Nigerian1660.1%
Northern European2440.1%
Norwegian1,9440.6%
Okinawan170.0%
Osage50.0%
Pakistani2,0750.6%
Palestinian220.0%
Panamanian490.0%
Pennsylvania German590.0%
Peruvian2420.1%
Polish3,1010.9%
Portuguese5,8861.7%
Potawatomi30.0%
Pueblo430.0%
Puerto Rican7,3812.1%
Puget Sound Salish70.0%
Romanian1540.0%
Russian1,6420.5%
Salvadoran2430.1%
Samoan7,8592.2%
Scandinavian3580.1%
Scotch-Irish1,0370.3%
Scottish2,2450.6%
Seminole160.0%
Serbian2700.1%
Shoshone90.0%
Sierra Leonean40.0%
Sioux1170.0%
Slavic1070.0%
Slovak820.0%
Slovene500.0%
South African340.0%
South American1,1400.3%
South American Indian2080.1%
Spaniard1,4070.4%
Spanish4,8431.4%
Spanish American120.0%
Spanish American Indian150.0%
Sri Lankan8,7602.5%
Subsaharan African9790.3%
Swedish1,9740.6%
Swiss3720.1%
Syrian260.0%
Taiwanese420.0%
Thai1,8880.5%
Tlingit-Haida110.0%
Tohono O'Odham280.0%
Tongan2,0420.6%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian150.0%
Turkish170.0%
Ukrainian3360.1%
Venezuelan1560.0%
Vietnamese1320.0%
Welsh5740.2%
West Indian1770.1%
Yaqui150.0%
Yugoslavian460.0%
Yup'ik60.0%
Zimbabwean50.0%
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Immigrants in Urban Honolulu

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Urban Honolulu came from Asia (79,188 | 22.7%), Eastern Asia (40,669 | 11.7%), South Eastern Asia (36,718 | 10.5%), Philippines (28,269 | 8.1%), and China (19,203 | 5.5%), together accounting for 58.5% of all Urban Honolulu residents.
Immigrants in Urban Honolulu
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan470.0%
Africa4870.1%
Albania40.0%
Argentina670.0%
Asia79,18822.7%
Australia2430.1%
Austria540.0%
Bangladesh670.0%
Belgium240.0%
Belize590.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina90.0%
Brazil3610.1%
Bulgaria3150.1%
Cabo Verde190.0%
Cambodia1320.0%
Cameroon1010.0%
Canada5770.2%
Caribbean4930.1%
Central America9890.3%
Chile1030.0%
China19,2035.5%
Colombia1510.0%
Costa Rica90.0%
Cuba700.0%
Czechoslovakia390.0%
Denmark30.0%
Dominica10.0%
Dominican Republic660.0%
Eastern Africa1260.0%
Eastern Asia40,66911.7%
Eastern Europe1,0940.3%
Ecuador590.0%
Egypt730.0%
El Salvador440.0%
England1950.1%
Eritrea290.0%
Ethiopia170.0%
Europe2,9980.9%
Fiji1730.1%
France1940.1%
Germany7040.2%
Greece80.0%
Grenada290.0%
Guatemala100.0%
Haiti1400.0%
Hong Kong2,7820.8%
Hungary370.0%
India5570.2%
Indonesia1570.1%
Iran3140.1%
Iraq290.0%
Ireland740.0%
Israel940.0%
Italy930.0%
Jamaica1040.0%
Japan11,8403.4%
Jordan90.0%
Kazakhstan300.0%
Kenya650.0%
Korea9,5662.7%
Laos4540.1%
Latin America2,4230.7%
Latvia40.0%
Liberia80.0%
Lithuania660.0%
Malaysia7350.2%
Mexico7590.2%
Micronesia5,6551.6%
Middle Africa1010.0%
Nepal940.0%
Netherlands170.0%
Nicaragua840.0%
Nigeria290.0%
Northern Africa820.0%
Northern Europe6840.2%
Norway690.0%
Oceania9,9902.9%
Pakistan510.0%
Panama240.0%
Peru740.0%
Philippines28,2698.1%
Poland1050.0%
Portugal140.0%
Romania620.0%
Russia2370.1%
Saudi Arabia320.0%
Scotland20.0%
Serbia940.0%
Sierra Leone200.0%
Singapore1660.1%
South Africa950.0%
South America9410.3%
South Central Asia1,3750.4%
South Eastern Asia36,71810.5%
Southern Europe1510.0%
Spain360.0%
Sri Lanka940.0%
Sudan90.0%
Sweden630.0%
Switzerland760.0%
Taiwan1,3580.4%
Thailand1,0930.3%
Trinidad and Tobago700.0%
Turkey1090.0%
Ukraine760.0%
Uzbekistan250.0%
Venezuela1150.0%
Vietnam5,6171.6%
Western Africa830.0%
Western Asia2770.1%
Western Europe1,0690.3%
Zimbabwe50.0%
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Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu

Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu

The most populous age groups in Urban Honolulu are 25 to 29 Years (14,275 | 8.1%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (12,558 | 7.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8,380 (4.8%)8,149 (4.7%)
5 to 9 Years8,736 (5.0%)7,213 (4.2%)
10 to 14 Years8,939 (5.1%)7,531 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Years8,095 (4.6%)8,366 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years11,391 (6.5%)9,669 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years14,275 (8.1%)12,558 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Years13,275 (7.6%)11,759 (6.8%)
35 to 39 Years12,667 (7.2%)11,954 (6.9%)
40 to 44 Years11,620 (6.6%)10,882 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years11,829 (6.7%)9,978 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years11,589 (6.6%)11,538 (6.7%)
55 to 59 Years10,985 (6.3%)10,210 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years10,844 (6.2%)11,764 (6.8%)
65 to 69 Years10,485 (6.0%)11,586 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years8,415 (4.8%)9,181 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years6,144 (3.5%)6,839 (4.0%)
80 to 84 Years3,655 (2.1%)4,805 (2.8%)
85 Years and over4,230 (2.4%)9,011 (5.2%)
Total175,554 (100.0%)172,993 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Urban Honolulu

Median Family Size in Urban Honolulu

The median family size in Urban Honolulu is 3.27 persons per family, with married-couple families (54,097 | 70.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.34 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (6,864 | 8.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Urban Honolulu
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple54,097 (70.4%)3.34
Single Male/Father6,864 (8.9%)2.87
Single Female/Mother15,918 (20.7%)3.21
Total Families76,879 (100.0%)3.27

Median Household Size in Urban Honolulu

The median household size in Urban Honolulu is 2.52 persons per household, with single female/mother households (15,918 | 11.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.47 persons per household. non-family households (57,385 | 42.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Urban Honolulu
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple54,097 (40.3%)3.45
Single Male/Father6,864 (5.1%)3.29
Single Female/Mother15,918 (11.9%)3.47
Non-family57,385 (42.7%)1.29
Total Households134,264 (100.0%)2.52

Household Size by Marriage Status in Urban Honolulu

Out of a total of 134,264 households in Urban Honolulu, 76,879 (57.3%) are family households, while 57,385 (42.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 33,057, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 46,320.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Urban Honolulu
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-46,320 (34.5%)
2-Person Households33,057 (24.6%)8,973 (6.7%)
3-Person Households17,664 (13.2%)1,127 (0.8%)
4-Person Households13,218 (9.8%)469 (0.4%)
5-Person Households6,227 (4.6%)279 (0.2%)
6-Person Households2,835 (2.1%)97 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households3,878 (2.9%)120 (0.1%)
Total76,879 (57.3%)57,385 (42.7%)

Female Fertility in Urban Honolulu

Fertility by Age in Urban Honolulu

Average fertility rate in Urban Honolulu is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 53.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years91 (2.5%)11.0
20 to 34 years2,000 (53.8%)59.0
35 to 50 years1,624 (43.7%)46.0
Total3,715 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Urban Honolulu

69.7% of women with births (3,715) in Urban Honolulu are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 72.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 15.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years25 (27.5%)66 (72.5%)
20 to 34 years1,194 (59.7%)806 (40.3%)
35 to 50 years1,371 (84.4%)253 (15.6%)
Total2,589 (69.7%)1,126 (30.3%)

Fertility by Education in Urban Honolulu

Average fertility rate in Urban Honolulu is 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 55.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 28.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Urban Honolulu
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School399 (10.7%)43.0
High School Diploma788 (21.2%)53.0
College or Associate's Degree1,045 (28.1%)48.0
Bachelor's Degree892 (24.0%)43.0
Graduate Degree591 (15.9%)55.0
Total3,715 (100.0%)48.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Urban Honolulu

30.3% of women with births in Urban Honolulu are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 93.4% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 60.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Urban Honolulu
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School156 (39.1%)243 (60.9%)
High School Diploma432 (54.8%)356 (45.2%)
College or Associate's Degree670 (64.1%)375 (35.9%)
Bachelor's Degree780 (87.4%)112 (12.6%)
Graduate Degree552 (93.4%)39 (6.6%)
Total2,589 (69.7%)1,126 (30.3%)

Income in Urban Honolulu

Income Overview in Urban Honolulu

Per Capita Income in Urban Honolulu is $45,784, while median incomes of families and households are $106,192 and $82,772 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income348,547$45,784
Median Family Income76,879$106,192
Mean Family Income76,879$138,634
Median Household Income134,264$82,772
Mean Household Income134,264$115,513
Income Deficit76,879$10,959
Wage / Income Gap (%)348,54721.19%
Wage / Income Gap ($)348,54778.81¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index348,5470.48

Earnings by Sex in Urban Honolulu

Average Earnings in Urban Honolulu are $45,034, $50,793 for men and $40,030 for women, a difference of 21.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Urban Honolulu
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male105,695 (53.1%)$50,793
Female93,234 (46.9%)$40,030
Total198,929 (100.0%)$45,034

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Urban Honolulu

The most common earnings brackets in Urban Honolulu are $100,000+ for men (20,102 | 19.0%) and $100,000+ for women (9,864 | 10.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Urban Honolulu
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less3,605 (3.4%)4,564 (4.9%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,606 (2.5%)3,582 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,830 (2.7%)3,528 (3.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9992,587 (2.5%)2,158 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4992,571 (2.4%)3,502 (3.8%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,981 (1.9%)2,941 (3.2%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,067 (2.0%)3,028 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,695 (1.6%)2,243 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,546 (2.4%)2,964 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9992,965 (2.8%)3,236 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9995,198 (4.9%)5,244 (5.6%)
$30,000 to $34,9995,577 (5.3%)4,947 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $39,9995,439 (5.1%)4,645 (5.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9995,524 (5.2%)5,605 (6.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9994,921 (4.7%)5,488 (5.9%)
$50,000 to $54,9994,150 (3.9%)4,286 (4.6%)
$55,000 to $64,9999,055 (8.6%)6,818 (7.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9997,047 (6.7%)5,648 (6.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99913,229 (12.5%)8,943 (9.6%)
$100,000+20,102 (19.0%)9,864 (10.6%)
Total105,695 (100.0%)93,234 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Urban Honolulu

Average earnings in Urban Honolulu are $56,689 for men and $44,345 for women, a difference of 21.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $88,271, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,808. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,636, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,639.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Urban Honolulu
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,808$24,639
High School Diploma$41,782$33,534
College or Associate's Degree$53,641$40,160
Bachelor's Degree$67,580$51,476
Graduate Degree$88,271$73,636
Total$56,689$44,345

Family Income in Urban Honolulu

Family Income Brackets in Urban Honolulu

According to the Urban Honolulu family income data, there are 16,375 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,076 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Urban Honolulu
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,1532.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991,0761.4%
$15,000 to $24,9992,9983.9%
$25,000 to $34,9993,3834.4%
$35,000 to $49,9996,6128.6%
$50,000 to $74,99910,07113.1%
$75,000 to $99,9999,68712.6%
$100,000 to $149,99916,37521.3%
$150,000 to $199,9999,45612.3%
$200,000+14,99119.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Urban Honolulu

7+ person families (3,041 | 4.0%) account for the highest median family income in Urban Honolulu with $183,622 per family, while 2-person families (35,797 | 46.6%) have the highest median income of $43,993 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Urban Honolulu
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families35,797 (46.6%)$87,986
3-Person Families17,617 (22.9%)$110,625
4-Person Families12,683 (16.5%)$123,965
5-Person Families5,473 (7.1%)$127,870
6-Person Families2,268 (2.9%)$139,688
7+ Person Families3,041 (4.0%)$183,622
Total76,879 (100.0%)$106,192

Family Income by Number of Earners in Urban Honolulu

The median family income in Urban Honolulu is $106,192, with families comprising 3+ earners (12,710) having the highest median family income of $164,272, while families with no earners (10,004) have the lowest median family income of $52,935, accounting for 16.5% and 13.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Urban Honolulu
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners10,004 (13.0%)$52,935
1 Earner21,946 (28.5%)$73,558
2 Earners32,219 (41.9%)$123,582
3+ Earners12,710 (16.5%)$164,272
Total76,879 (100.0%)$106,192

Household Income in Urban Honolulu

Household Income Brackets in Urban Honolulu

With 23,630 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Urban Honolulu, accounting for 17.6% of all households. In contrast, only 4,431 households (3.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Urban Honolulu
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007,1165.3%
$10,000 to $14,9994,4313.3%
$15,000 to $24,9998,0566.0%
$25,000 to $34,9997,6535.7%
$35,000 to $49,99913,1589.8%
$50,000 to $74,99920,67715.4%
$75,000 to $99,99917,45413.0%
$100,000 to $149,99923,63017.6%
$150,000 to $199,99912,8899.6%
$200,000+19,33414.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Urban Honolulu

The median household income in Urban Honolulu is $82,772, with the highest median household income of $93,228 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 45,212 households (33.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $51,817, with 4,279 households (3.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Urban Honolulu
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years4,279 (3.2%)$51,817
25 to 44 Years41,498 (30.9%)$85,076
45 to 64 Years45,212 (33.7%)$93,228
65+ Years43,275 (32.2%)$71,364
Total134,264 (100.0%)$82,772

Poverty in Urban Honolulu

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu

With 10.7% poverty level for males and 11.8% for females among the residents of Urban Honolulu, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,816 males (17.1%) and 2,528 females (21.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,182 (14.8%)1,291 (16.4%)
5 Years161 (12.8%)85 (5.9%)
6 to 11 Years1,816 (17.1%)1,166 (13.9%)
12 to 14 Years785 (15.1%)429 (9.6%)
15 Years160 (11.7%)138 (10.0%)
16 and 17 Years371 (11.7%)578 (16.5%)
18 to 24 Years2,249 (16.6%)2,528 (21.3%)
25 to 34 Years2,096 (7.9%)2,812 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,164 (9.1%)2,366 (10.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,716 (7.4%)1,954 (9.1%)
55 to 64 Years2,346 (10.9%)2,519 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,664 (8.9%)2,131 (10.4%)
75 Years and over1,607 (11.8%)2,061 (10.4%)
Total18,317 (10.7%)20,058 (11.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu

According to the poverty statistics in Urban Honolulu, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.6% of males and 94.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6,811 (85.2%)6,591 (83.6%)
5 Years1,102 (87.3%)1,345 (94.1%)
6 to 11 Years8,817 (82.9%)7,244 (86.1%)
12 to 14 Years4,401 (84.9%)4,037 (90.4%)
15 Years1,206 (88.3%)1,240 (90.0%)
16 and 17 Years2,802 (88.3%)2,923 (83.5%)
18 to 24 Years11,314 (83.4%)9,358 (78.7%)
25 to 34 Years24,616 (92.1%)21,252 (88.3%)
35 to 44 Years21,680 (90.9%)20,421 (89.6%)
45 to 54 Years21,396 (92.6%)19,505 (90.9%)
55 to 64 Years19,226 (89.1%)19,410 (88.5%)
65 to 74 Years16,999 (91.1%)18,409 (89.6%)
75 Years and over11,971 (88.2%)17,693 (89.6%)
Total152,341 (89.3%)149,428 (88.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Urban Honolulu

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Urban Honolulu show that 4.4% or 2,374 of the total 54,097 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 37.7%, comprising of 182 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.7%, which includes 1,225 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Urban Honolulu
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children32,242 (96.3%)1,225 (3.7%)
1 or 2 Children16,447 (96.0%)683 (4.0%)
3 or 4 Children2,733 (90.6%)284 (9.4%)
5 or more Children301 (62.3%)182 (37.7%)
Total51,723 (95.6%)2,374 (4.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Urban Honolulu

According to the poverty data in Urban Honolulu, 11.4% or 785 single-father households and 15.6% or 2,478 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 603 households (28.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 households (77.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Urban Honolulu
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children159 (3.5%)492 (5.8%)
1 or 2 Children603 (28.0%)1,459 (22.8%)
3 or 4 Children23 (12.9%)401 (43.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)126 (77.3%)
Total785 (11.4%)2,478 (15.6%)

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

The poverty data for Urban Honolulu shows that 2,374 of the married-couple family households (4.4%) and 3,263 of the single-parent households (14.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 182 households (37.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 126 household (77.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Urban Honolulu
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,225 (3.7%)651 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children683 (4.0%)2,062 (24.1%)
3 or 4 Children284 (9.4%)424 (38.6%)
5 or more Children182 (37.7%)126 (77.3%)
Total2,374 (4.4%)3,263 (14.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Urban Honolulu

Employment by Class of Employer in Urban Honolulu

Among the 178,314 employed individuals in Urban Honolulu, private company employees (101,728 | 57.1%), federal government employees (19,123 | 10.7%), and state government employees (17,637 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Urban Honolulu
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees101,72857.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7,2554.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)10,4895.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations15,7068.8%
Local Government Employees5,9693.4%
State Government Employees17,6379.9%
Federal Government Employees19,12310.7%
Unpaid Family Workers4070.2%
Total178,314100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Urban Honolulu

According to the labor force statistics for Urban Honolulu, out of the total population over 16 years of age (296,852), 64.8% or 192,360 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 9,810 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 85.3% or 22,889 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 16.5% or 867 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years5,252 (38.3%)867 (16.5%)
20 to 24 Years15,858 (75.3%)1,411 (8.9%)
25 to 29 Years22,889 (85.3%)1,190 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Years21,154 (84.5%)804 (3.8%)
35 to 44 Years40,102 (85.1%)1,965 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years37,924 (84.4%)1,289 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years16,447 (77.6%)757 (4.6%)
60 to 64 Years15,645 (69.2%)688 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years14,121 (35.6%)734 (5.2%)
75 Years and over3,052 (8.8%)101 (3.3%)
Total192,360 (64.8%)9,810 (5.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Urban Honolulu

According to labor force statistics for Urban Honolulu, 82.1% of individuals (154,124) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (187,727) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 6,627 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 88.6% or 68,995 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.0% or 2,114 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Urban Honolulu
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School9,522 (68.2%)852 (6.1%)
High School Diploma30,206 (74.7%)2,831 (7.0%)
College / Associate Degree45,475 (82.0%)2,385 (4.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher68,995 (88.6%)2,258 (2.9%)
Total154,124 (82.1%)8,072 (4.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Urban Honolulu

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Urban Honolulu are Community & Social Service (22,608 | 12.9%), Management (17,293 | 9.9%), Education Instruction & Library (11,897 | 6.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (11,221 | 6.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (10,316 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Urban Honolulu

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Urban Honolulu, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (78.8%), Computers & Mathematics (73.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (72.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (65.0%), Education, Arts & Media (63.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (60.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Urban Honolulu
OccupationMaleFemale
Management9,974 (57.7%)7,319 (42.3%)
Business & Financial4,493 (46.7%)5,135 (53.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science8,086 (72.1%)3,135 (27.9%)
Computers & Mathematics3,798 (73.7%)1,358 (26.3%)
Architecture & Engineering3,019 (78.8%)811 (21.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,269 (56.8%)966 (43.2%)
Community & Social Service 9,864 (43.6%)12,744 (56.4%)
Education, Arts & Media1,025 (36.7%)1,767 (63.3%)
Legal Services & Support1,604 (56.0%)1,261 (44.0%)
Education Instruction & Library4,161 (35.0%)7,736 (65.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment3,074 (60.8%)1,980 (39.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating4,032 (39.1%)6,284 (60.9%)
Health Technologists2,909 (39.1%)4,524 (60.9%)
Total (Category)36,449 (51.3%)34,617 (48.7%)
Total (Overall)90,792 (52.0%)83,892 (48.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Urban Honolulu are Food Preparation & Serving (16,057 | 9.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (7,642 | 4.4%), Personal Care & Service (5,465 | 3.1%), Healthcare Support (4,999 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (4,619 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Urban Honolulu

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Urban Honolulu, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (85.6%), Security & Protection (81.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (79.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.0%), Personal Care & Service (62.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (44.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Urban Honolulu
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support700 (14.0%)4,299 (86.0%)
Security & Protection3,774 (81.7%)845 (18.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention2,518 (79.9%)634 (20.1%)
Law Enforcement1,256 (85.6%)211 (14.4%)
Food Preparation & Serving8,909 (55.5%)7,148 (44.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance4,276 (55.9%)3,366 (44.1%)
Personal Care & Service2,068 (37.8%)3,397 (62.2%)
Total (Category)19,727 (50.9%)19,055 (49.1%)
Total (Overall)90,792 (52.0%)83,892 (48.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Urban Honolulu are Office & Administration (20,549 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (18,275 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Urban Honolulu

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Urban Honolulu
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7,609 (41.6%)10,666 (58.4%)
Office & Administration5,557 (27.0%)14,992 (73.0%)
Total (Category)13,166 (33.9%)25,658 (66.1%)
Total (Overall)90,792 (52.0%)83,892 (48.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Urban Honolulu are Construction & Extraction (6,371 | 3.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,467 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (572 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Urban Honolulu

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Urban Honolulu
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry414 (72.4%)158 (27.6%)
Construction & Extraction6,075 (95.4%)296 (4.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3,198 (92.2%)269 (7.8%)
Total (Category)9,687 (93.0%)723 (7.0%)
Total (Overall)90,792 (52.0%)83,892 (48.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Urban Honolulu are Transportation (7,019 | 4.0%), Material Moving (4,685 | 2.7%), and Production (3,898 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Urban Honolulu

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Urban Honolulu
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,740 (70.3%)1,158 (29.7%)
Transportation5,551 (79.1%)1,468 (20.9%)
Material Moving3,472 (74.1%)1,213 (25.9%)
Total (Category)11,763 (75.4%)3,839 (24.6%)
Total (Overall)90,792 (52.0%)83,892 (48.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Urban Honolulu

Employment Industries in Urban Honolulu

The major employment industries in Urban Honolulu include Accommodation & Food Services (25,513 | 14.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (21,671 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (18,536 | 10.6%), Educational Services (17,855 | 10.2%), and Public Administration (14,327 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Urban Honolulu

Employment Industries by Sex in Urban Honolulu

The Urban Honolulu industries that see more men than women are Construction (86.3%), Manufacturing (70.2%), and Enterprise Management (67.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (68.0%), Educational Services (57.3%), and Retail Trade (54.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Urban Honolulu
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting572 (66.0%)295 (34.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction7,939 (86.3%)1,266 (13.8%)
Manufacturing3,527 (70.2%)1,500 (29.8%)
Wholesale Trade2,485 (65.3%)1,320 (34.7%)
Retail Trade8,492 (45.8%)10,044 (54.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing6,344 (65.7%)3,313 (34.3%)
Utilities983 (67.1%)482 (32.9%)
Information1,572 (51.3%)1,491 (48.7%)
Finance & Insurance3,434 (46.7%)3,924 (53.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3,054 (57.3%)2,275 (42.7%)
Professional & Scientific6,607 (54.1%)5,606 (45.9%)
Enterprise Management115 (67.2%)56 (32.8%)
Administrative & Support4,214 (56.9%)3,192 (43.1%)
Educational Services7,618 (42.7%)10,237 (57.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance6,932 (32.0%)14,739 (68.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation2,060 (61.0%)1,320 (39.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services13,422 (52.6%)12,091 (47.4%)
Public Administration8,522 (59.5%)5,805 (40.5%)
Total90,792 (52.0%)83,892 (48.0%)

Education in Urban Honolulu

School Enrollment in Urban Honolulu

The most common levels of schooling among the 71,957 students in Urban Honolulu are college / undergraduate (20,446 | 28.4%), high school (13,211 | 18.4%), and elementary school (12,443 | 17.3%).
School Enrollment in Urban Honolulu
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4,2986.0%
Kindergarten3,1594.4%
Elementary School12,44317.3%
Middle School12,19316.9%
High School13,21118.4%
College / Undergraduate20,44628.4%
Graduate / Professional6,2078.6%
Total71,957100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Urban Honolulu

Out of a total of 71,957 students who are enrolled in schools in Urban Honolulu, 18,997 (26.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 52,960 (73.6%) 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 2,422 (66.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7,503 (83.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,227 (33.6%)2,422 (66.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old11,369 (75.9%)3,605 (24.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds11,904 (75.7%)3,820 (24.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds6,499 (70.8%)2,677 (29.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,866 (75.7%)1,242 (24.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds7,503 (83.8%)1,446 (16.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds6,849 (77.9%)1,941 (22.1%)
35 Years and over3,720 (66.6%)1,867 (33.4%)
Total52,960 (73.6%)18,997 (26.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Urban Honolulu

Business (21,111 | 19.1%), social sciences (12,217 | 11.1%), science & technology (9,892 | 9.0%), education (9,661 | 8.7%), and engineering (7,823 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 110,409 individuals in Urban Honolulu who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Urban Honolulu
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5,1344.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7,6166.9%
Physical & Health Sciences2,7412.5%
Psychology6,6076.0%
Social Sciences12,21711.1%
Engineering7,8237.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,0460.9%
Science & Technology9,8929.0%
Business21,11119.1%
Education9,6618.7%
Literature & Languages6,5525.9%
Liberal Arts & History4,2693.9%
Visual & Performing Arts6,0265.5%
Communications4,2553.8%
Arts & Humanities5,4594.9%
Total110,409100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Urban Honolulu

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Urban Honolulu

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Urban Honolulu are males with 1 vehicle (30,975, accounting for 32.8%) and females with 1 vehicle (28,798, making up 37.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Urban Honolulu
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7,610 (8.1%)6,608 (8.1%)
1 Vehicle30,975 (32.8%)28,798 (35.2%)
2 Vehicles30,337 (32.1%)24,808 (30.3%)
3 Vehicles12,216 (12.9%)10,356 (12.7%)
4 Vehicles6,940 (7.3%)6,149 (7.5%)
5 or more Vehicles6,510 (6.9%)5,060 (6.2%)
Total94,588 (100.0%)81,779 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Urban Honolulu

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Urban Honolulu are 15 to 19 minutes (35,918 commuters, 21.8%), 20 to 24 minutes (28,874 commuters, 17.5%), and 10 to 14 minutes (27,540 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Urban Honolulu
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,9821.2%
5 to 9 Minutes12,7617.8%
10 to 14 Minutes27,54016.7%
15 to 19 Minutes35,91821.8%
20 to 24 Minutes28,87417.5%
25 to 29 Minutes7,9104.8%
30 to 34 Minutes27,41216.7%
35 to 39 Minutes2,6771.6%
40 to 44 Minutes3,8072.3%
45 to 59 Minutes7,7744.7%
60 to 89 Minutes5,9273.6%
90 or more Minutes1,9631.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Urban Honolulu

The most common commute times in Urban Honolulu are 15 to 19 minutes (18,863 commuters, 21.1%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (17,055 commuters, 22.7%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Urban Honolulu
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes991 (1.1%)991 (1.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes6,330 (7.1%)6,431 (8.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes14,939 (16.7%)12,601 (16.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes18,863 (21.1%)17,055 (22.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes16,691 (18.7%)12,183 (16.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes4,518 (5.1%)3,392 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes15,435 (17.3%)11,977 (15.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,516 (1.7%)1,161 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes1,927 (2.2%)1,880 (2.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes4,227 (4.7%)3,547 (4.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes2,712 (3.0%)3,215 (4.3%)
90 or more Minutes1,172 (1.3%)791 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Urban Honolulu

The most frequent times of departure to work in Urban Honolulu are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (11,678, 13.1%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (12,270, 16.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Urban Honolulu
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5,822 (6.5%)2,298 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4,232 (4.7%)1,914 (2.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5,632 (6.3%)3,381 (4.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9,064 (10.2%)6,556 (8.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM8,890 (10.0%)7,248 (9.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM11,678 (13.1%)12,270 (16.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM8,021 (9.0%)8,625 (11.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8,622 (9.7%)8,472 (11.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM4,821 (5.4%)4,268 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6,027 (6.8%)6,387 (8.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2,861 (3.2%)3,113 (4.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,232 (1.4%)1,360 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7,237 (8.1%)5,766 (7.7%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM5,182 (5.8%)3,566 (4.7%)
Total89,321 (100.0%)75,224 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Urban Honolulu

Occupancy by Ownership in Urban Honolulu

Of the total 134,264 dwellings in Urban Honolulu, owner-occupied units account for 64,504 (48.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 69,760 (52.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Urban Honolulu
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units64,50448.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units69,76052.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units134,264100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Urban Honolulu

Occupancy by Household Size in Urban Honolulu
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household46,32034.5%
2-Person Household42,03031.3%
3-Person Household18,79114.0%
4+ Person Household27,12320.2%
Total Housing Units134,264100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Urban Honolulu

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Urban Honolulu
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household19,235 (41.5%)27,085 (58.5%)
2-Person Household21,384 (50.9%)20,646 (49.1%)
3-Person Household9,568 (50.9%)9,223 (49.1%)
4+ Person Household14,317 (52.8%)12,806 (47.2%)
Total Housing Units64,504 (48.0%)69,760 (52.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Urban Honolulu

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Urban Honolulu
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School3,788 (40.1%)5,662 (59.9%)
High School Diploma10,347 (39.4%)15,891 (60.6%)
College/Associate Degree16,658 (41.6%)23,368 (58.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher33,711 (57.6%)24,839 (42.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Urban Honolulu

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Urban Honolulu
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23,39917.4%
35 to 44 Years22,37816.7%
45 to 54 Years21,73316.2%
55 to 64 Years23,47917.5%
65 to 74 Years22,93717.1%
75 to 84 Years12,7189.5%
85 Years and Over7,6205.7%
Total134,264100.0%

Housing Finances in Urban Honolulu

Median Income by Occupancy in Urban Honolulu

Median Income by Occupancy in Urban Honolulu
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied64,504 (48.0%)$113,498
Renter-Occupied69,760 (52.0%)$63,508
Average134,264 (100.0%)$82,772

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Urban Honolulu

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Urban Honolulu
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,417 (2.2%)3,235 (4.6%)
$5,000 to $9,999673 (1.0%)1,742 (2.5%)
$10,000 to $14,999812 (1.3%)3,585 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $19,999973 (1.5%)2,593 (3.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,359 (2.1%)3,195 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,470 (3.8%)5,221 (7.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,708 (7.3%)8,412 (12.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9998,275 (12.8%)12,342 (17.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9997,853 (12.2%)9,553 (13.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99912,688 (19.7%)10,959 (15.7%)
$150,000 or more23,276 (36.1%)8,923 (12.8%)
Total64,504 (100.0%)69,760 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Urban Honolulu

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Urban Honolulu
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,527 (2.4%)2,603 (3.7%)
$300 to $4993,378 (5.2%)1,494 (2.1%)
$500 to $7999,575 (14.8%)2,370 (3.4%)
$800 to $9995,666 (8.8%)3,252 (4.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4997,504 (11.6%)15,449 (22.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9996,529 (10.1%)16,916 (24.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4996,593 (10.2%)10,270 (14.7%)
$2,500 to $2,9996,229 (9.7%)4,920 (7.0%)
$3,000 or more17,503 (27.1%)8,927 (12.8%)
Total64,504 (100.0%)69,760 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Urban Honolulu

Housing Structures in Urban Honolulu

Housing Structures in Urban Honolulu
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached38,90629.0%
Single Unit, Attached11,3628.5%
2 Unit Apartments3,0632.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4,3963.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7,7125.7%
10 or more Apartments68,43551.0%
Mobile Home / Other3900.3%
Total134,264100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Urban Honolulu

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Urban Honolulu
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached29,536 (75.9%)9,370 (24.1%)
Single Unit, Attached3,634 (32.0%)7,728 (68.0%)
2 Unit Apartments840 (27.4%)2,223 (72.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments782 (17.8%)3,614 (82.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments598 (7.7%)7,114 (92.2%)
10 or more Apartments28,949 (42.3%)39,486 (57.7%)
Mobile Home / Other165 (42.3%)225 (57.7%)
Total64,504 (48.0%)69,760 (52.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Urban Honolulu

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Urban Honolulu
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room2,962 (4.6%)10,824 (15.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms14,016 (21.7%)27,639 (39.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms22,961 (35.6%)22,158 (31.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms12,709 (19.7%)6,165 (8.8%)
8 or more Rooms11,856 (18.4%)2,974 (4.3%)
Total64,504 (100.0%)69,760 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Urban Honolulu

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Urban Honolulu
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,518 (3.9%)3,443 (4.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas464 (0.7%)708 (1.0%)
Electricity28,666 (44.4%)29,564 (42.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene54 (0.1%)28 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke20 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels2,399 (3.7%)1,027 (1.5%)
No Fuel Used30,383 (47.1%)34,990 (50.2%)
Total64,504 (100.0%)69,760 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Urban Honolulu

Household Vehicle Usage in Urban Honolulu
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5,830 (9.0%)16,637 (23.8%)
1 Vehicle25,287 (39.2%)33,711 (48.3%)
2 Vehicles20,051 (31.1%)15,108 (21.7%)
3 or more Vehicles13,336 (20.7%)4,304 (6.2%)
Total64,504 (100.0%)69,760 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Urban Honolulu

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Urban Honolulu

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units27,79236,712
Median Property Value$796,900$812,600
Median Household Income$86,793$16,259
Monthly Housing Costs$798$17,167
Real Estate Taxes$2,370$2,027

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Urban Honolulu

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Urban Honolulu
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000329 (1.2%)367 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999218 (0.8%)216 (0.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,598 (5.8%)1,457 (4.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9995,807 (20.9%)7,484 (20.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9994,950 (17.8%)7,244 (19.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9995,295 (19.1%)6,340 (17.3%)
$1,000,000 or more9,595 (34.5%)13,604 (37.1%)
Total27,792 (100.0%)36,712 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Urban Honolulu

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Urban Honolulu
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0001,378 (5.0%)1,077 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $24,9992,155 (7.7%)712 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,683 (6.1%)989 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,803 (10.1%)787 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,186 (15.1%)1,905 (5.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,493 (12.6%)4,089 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,077 (18.3%)4,360 (11.9%)
$150,000 or more7,017 (25.3%)7,611 (20.7%)
Total27,792 (100.0%)36,712 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Urban Honolulu

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Urban Honolulu
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,717 (6.2%)135,434 (368.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,452 (5.2%)2,059 (5.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x2,124 (7.6%)3,808 (10.4%)
4.0x or more22,175 (79.8%)5,191 (14.1%)
Total27,792 (100.0%)36,712 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Urban Honolulu

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Urban Honolulu
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8002,604 (9.4%)278 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,4995,770 (20.8%)3,929 (10.7%)
$800 to $1,49918,082 (65.1%)6,930 (18.9%)
Total27,792 (100.0%)36,712 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Urban Honolulu

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Urban Honolulu

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years19,022 (98.5%)299 (1.5%)
6 to 18 Years41,564 (97.7%)967 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years24,838 (91.2%)2,390 (8.8%)
26 to 34 Years39,550 (92.3%)3,286 (7.7%)
35 to 44 Years42,503 (95.0%)2,236 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years42,057 (96.1%)1,711 (3.9%)
55 to 64 Years41,685 (95.8%)1,828 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years38,864 (99.1%)339 (0.9%)
75 Years and older33,209 (99.6%)123 (0.4%)
Total323,292 (96.1%)13,179 (3.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Urban Honolulu

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Urban Honolulu
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born19,022 (98.5%)299 (1.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen41,564 (97.7%)967 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen24,838 (91.2%)2,390 (8.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Urban Honolulu

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Urban Honolulu
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00028,069 (92.9%)2,157 (7.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99938,758 (94.0%)2,492 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99939,288 (97.1%)1,164 (2.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99937,140 (95.4%)1,812 (4.6%)
$100,000 and over175,141 (97.4%)4,745 (2.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Urban Honolulu

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 67,678 (39.7%)12,566 (65.0%)
6 to 18 Years14,909 (35.0%)29,453 (69.3%)
19 to 25 Years4,761 (17.5%)21,170 (77.7%)
25 to 34 Years7,261 (17.0%)33,713 (78.7%)
35 to 44 Years7,705 (17.2%)36,796 (82.3%)
45 to 54 Years7,211 (16.5%)36,922 (84.4%)
55 to 64 Years8,866 (20.4%)34,992 (80.4%)
65 to 74 Years35,462 (90.5%)26,750 (68.2%)
75 Years and over32,808 (98.4%)22,497 (67.5%)
Total126,661 (37.6%)254,859 (75.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Urban Honolulu

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Urban Honolulu
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (0.6%)11 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years1,035 (4.7%)686 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years2,264 (6.1%)1,697 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years6,029 (9.1%)5,381 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,901 (20.9%)3,428 (16.7%)
75 Years and over6,209 (45.7%)9,738 (49.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Urban Honolulu

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Urban Honolulu: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years49 (0.6%)11 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years113 (0.5%)126 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years376 (1.0%)198 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years1,200 (1.8%)771 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,589 (8.5%)825 (4.0%)
75 Years and over3,484 (25.7%)3,482 (17.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Urban Honolulu: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years183 (0.8%)225 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years636 (1.7%)346 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years782 (1.2%)1,345 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years553 (3.0%)541 (2.6%)
75 Years and over709 (5.2%)1,368 (6.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Urban Honolulu: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years670 (3.0%)340 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years1,277 (3.4%)1,034 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years2,749 (4.2%)2,173 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,117 (6.0%)702 (3.4%)
75 Years and over2,055 (15.1%)3,607 (18.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Urban Honolulu: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years115 (0.5%)30 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years245 (0.7%)232 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years3,062 (4.6%)2,849 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,180 (11.7%)2,357 (11.5%)
75 Years and over3,698 (27.2%)6,783 (34.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Urban Honolulu: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years88 (0.4%)54 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years153 (0.4%)148 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years1,089 (1.6%)1,065 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years592 (3.2%)495 (2.4%)
75 Years and over1,446 (10.6%)2,687 (13.6%)

Technology Access in Urban Honolulu

Computing Device Access in Urban Honolulu

Computing Device Access in Urban Honolulu
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop105,67078.7%
Smartphone117,90487.8%
Tablet85,83163.9%
No Computing Device9,2676.9%
Total134,264100.0%

Internet Access in Urban Honolulu

Internet Access in Urban Honolulu
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet2730.2%
Broadband Home100,66675.0%
Cellular Data Only14,98511.2%
Satellite Internet5,3554.0%
No Internet16,24412.1%
Total134,264100.0%

Urban Honolulu Summary

Honolulu is the capital and largest city of the U.S. state of Hawaii. It is located on the island of Oahu in the Central Pacific Ocean. The city is home to the University of Hawaii at Manoa, the largest university in the state, and the East-West Center, a research center dedicated to promoting better understanding between the United States and the countries of the Asia-Pacific region.

History

The area that is now Honolulu was first settled by Polynesian voyagers in the 11th century. The first European contact with the area was in 1778, when British explorer Captain James Cook arrived in the area. Cook named the area “Sandwich Islands” after the Earl of Sandwich, and the name was later changed to “Hawaii”.
In 1809, King Kamehameha I moved his court from the island of Hawaii to Oahu, and the city of Honolulu was established. The city quickly grew in importance as a port of call for ships traveling between the United States and Asia. In 1845, the city was declared the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii.
In 1898, the United States annexed Hawaii and Honolulu became the capital of the Territory of Hawaii. In 1959, Hawaii became the 50th state of the United States and Honolulu became the state capital.

Geography

Honolulu is located on the southeastern coast of the island of Oahu. The city is situated on a narrow plain between the Koolau Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The city covers an area of about 68 square miles and has a population of about 350,000 people.
The climate in Honolulu is tropical, with temperatures ranging from an average low of 65°F in the winter to an average high of 85°F in the summer. The city receives an average of about 20 inches of rain per year.

Economy

Honolulu’s economy is largely based on tourism, with the city being a popular destination for visitors from around the world. The city is also home to a number of military bases, including Pearl Harbor, which is the headquarters of the U.S. Pacific Fleet.
The city is also home to a number of major corporations, including Bank of Hawaii, Hawaiian Electric Industries, and Hawaiian Airlines. The University of Hawaii at Manoa is also a major employer in the city.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Honolulu was about 390,000 people. The city is racially diverse, with the largest racial groups being Asian (44.3%), White (25.2%), Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (17.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (7.2%).
The median household income in Honolulu is about $68,000, and the median home value is about $600,000. The city has a high cost of living, with the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment being about $1,500 per month.
Honolulu is a culturally diverse city, with a variety of ethnic restaurants, art galleries, and cultural events. The city is also home to a number of museums, including the Honolulu Museum of Art and the Bishop Museum. The city is also home to a number of professional sports teams, including the Honolulu Sharks of the Pacific Coast League.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Urban Honolulu?
Total Population of Urban Honolulu is 348,547.
What is the Total Male Population of Urban Honolulu?
Total Male Population of Urban Honolulu is 175,554.
What is the Total Female Population of Urban Honolulu?
Total Female Population of Urban Honolulu is 172,993.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Urban Honolulu?
There are 101.48 Males per 100 Females in Urban Honolulu.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Urban Honolulu?
There are 98.54 Females per 100 Males in Urban Honolulu.
What is the Median Population Age in Urban Honolulu?
Median Population Age in Urban Honolulu is 42.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Urban Honolulu
Average Family Size in Urban Honolulu is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Urban Honolulu
Average Household Size in Urban Honolulu is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Urban Honolulu?
Per Capita income in Urban Honolulu is $45,784.
What is the Median Family Income in Urban Honolulu?
Median Family Income in Urban Honolulu is $106,192.
What is the Median Household income in Urban Honolulu?
Median Household Income in Urban Honolulu is $82,772.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Urban Honolulu?
Income or Wage Gap in Urban Honolulu is 21.2%.
Women in Urban Honolulu earn 78.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Urban Honolulu?
Family Income Deficit in Urban Honolulu is $10,959.
Families that are below poverty line in Urban Honolulu earn $10,959 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Urban Honolulu?
Inequality or Gini Index in Urban Honolulu is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Urban Honolulu?
There are 192,360 People in the Labor Forcein in Urban Honolulu.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Urban Honolulu?
64.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Urban Honolulu.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Urban Honolulu?
Unemployment Rate in Urban Honolulu is 5.1%.