Kaneohe, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Kaneohe, Hawaii is 35,945 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $124,632, the median home value is $990,100, and the median age is 45.3.
35,945
Population
5494
People / sq mi
$124,632
Median Income
$990,100
Median Home Value
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Kaneohe covers 6.5 sq mi of land at 5494 people per square mile.
About Kaneohe, HI
In Kaneohe, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $990,100. Kaneohe is a city in Hawaii with a population of 35,945. It is the #7-largest of all cities in Hawaii nationally.
The typical household earns $124,632 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 4.9%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $990,100, with typical rent around $2,356.
36.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.3%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Kaneohe — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% |
| Two or More Races | 6.4% |
Economy & Income
$124,632
Median Household Income
$49,552
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$990,100
Median Home Value
$2,356
Median Rent
75.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.9%
High School+
36.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
71.4%
Public Transit
9.3%
Work From Home
26.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.4%
Foreign Born
87.9%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
13.2%
With Disability
98.3%
Health Insurance
96.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.0% |
| Public Administration | 9.8% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Retail Trade | 7.3% |
| Construction | 7.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Manufacturing | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kaneohe, Hawaii has a population of 35,945 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Kaneohe, Hawaii is $124,632, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Kaneohe, Hawaii is $990,100, with median monthly rent at $2,356 and a homeownership rate of 75.3%.
The median age in Kaneohe, Hawaii is 45.3 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
Kaneohe Cdp, HI Climate
Kaneohe Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F) and receives about 3287 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
22.6°C
Avg Temp
3287
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 21° / 70° | 318 mm |
| February | 21° / 69° | 287 mm |
| March | 21° / 70° | 329 mm |
| April | 22° / 71° | 328 mm |
| May | 22° / 72° | 248 mm |
| June | 23° / 74° | 153 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 175 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 244 mm |
| September | 25° / 76° | 173 mm |
| October | 24° / 75° | 278 mm |
| November | 23° / 73° | 400 mm |
| December | 22° / 71° | 354 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Kaneohe Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Kaneohe Cdp, HI are typically June, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 28°C high). The coldest is February (near 17°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.