Lahaina, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lahaina, Hawaii is 11,423 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $85,988, the median home value is $841,400, and the median age is 39.4.
11,423
Population
1469
People / sq mi
$85,988
Median Income
$841,400
Median Home Value
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Lahaina covers 7.8 sq mi of land at 1469 people per square mile.
About Lahaina, HI
Housing cost is the defining feature of Lahaina: the median home is valued at $841,400. With 11,423 residents, Lahaina is a city in Hawaii. It ranks #29 among cities in Hawaii by population.
Median household income is $85,988, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 10.8%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $841,400, with typical rent around $1,988.
College attainment is 24.5%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Lahaina — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.5% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 3.4% |
Economy & Income
$85,988
Median Household Income
$37,730
Per Capita Income
10.8%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$841,400
Median Home Value
$1,988
Median Rent
54.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.7%
High School+
24.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.6%
Drive Alone
67.5%
Public Transit
6.0%
Work From Home
19.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
65.1%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
9.6%
With Disability
93.7%
Health Insurance
91.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 37.8% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 13.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.9% |
| Information | 7.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.5% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Manufacturing | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lahaina, Hawaii has a population of 11,423 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Lahaina, Hawaii is $85,988, with 10.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lahaina, Hawaii is $841,400, with median monthly rent at $1,988 and a homeownership rate of 54.5%.
The median age in Lahaina, Hawaii is 39.4 years. The population is 50.1% male and 49.9% female.
Lahaina Cdp, HI Climate
Lahaina Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 20.9°C (70°F) and receives about 1483 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
20.9°C
Avg Temp
1483
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19° / 66° | 217 mm |
| February | 19° / 66° | 142 mm |
| March | 19° / 67° | 162 mm |
| April | 20° / 68° | 173 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 95 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 58 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 71 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 77 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 70 mm |
| October | 22° / 72° | 119 mm |
| November | 21° / 70° | 158 mm |
| December | 20° / 68° | 141 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 Lahaina Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Lahaina Cdp, HI are typically June, July and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 27°C high). The coldest is February (near 15°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.