Kapolei, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Kapolei, Hawaii is 23,033 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $129,260, the median home value is $720,600, and the median age is 33.4.
23,033
Population
5272
People / sq mi
$129,260
Median Income
$720,600
Median Home Value
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Kapolei covers 4.4 sq mi of land at 5272 people per square mile.
About Kapolei, HI
In Kapolei, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $720,600. Kapolei is a city in Hawaii with a population of 23,033. It ranks #11 among cities in Hawaii by population.
Median household income is $129,260, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.8%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $720,600, with typical rent around $2,507.
Roughly 31.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 10.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Kapolei — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 14.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 4.8% |
| Two or More Races | 10.1% |
Economy & Income
$129,260
Median Household Income
$46,261
Per Capita Income
6.8%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$720,600
Median Home Value
$2,507
Median Rent
78.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.3%
High School+
31.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.9%
Drive Alone
71.0%
Public Transit
10.2%
Work From Home
32.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.7%
Foreign Born
83.4%
Non-English at Home
9.9%
Veterans
9.2%
With Disability
97.0%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.2% |
| Public Administration | 12.0% |
| Construction | 10.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.1% |
| Information | 7.9% |
| Retail Trade | 7.1% |
| Manufacturing | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kapolei, Hawaii has a population of 23,033 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Kapolei, Hawaii is $129,260, with 6.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Kapolei, Hawaii is $720,600, with median monthly rent at $2,507 and a homeownership rate of 78.2%.
The median age in Kapolei, Hawaii is 33.4 years. The population is 51.5% male and 48.5% female.
Kapolei Cdp, HI Climate
Kapolei Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F) and receives about 1260 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.3°C
Avg Temp
1260
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 71° | 188 mm |
| February | 22° / 72° | 86 mm |
| March | 23° / 73° | 131 mm |
| April | 23° / 74° | 107 mm |
| May | 24° / 76° | 98 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 52 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 70 mm |
| August | 26° / 80° | 85 mm |
| September | 26° / 79° | 66 mm |
| October | 26° / 78° | 128 mm |
| November | 24° / 76° | 130 mm |
| December | 23° / 73° | 119 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 Kapolei Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Kapolei Cdp, HI are typically February, June and April, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 17°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.