Nanakuli, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Nanakuli, Hawaii is 12,282 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 26th-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $81,493, the median home value is $473,000, and the median age is 35.1.
12,282
Population
4109
People / sq mi
$81,493
Median Income
$473,000
Median Home Value
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Nanakuli covers 3.0 sq mi of land at 4109 people per square mile.
About Nanakuli, HI
Educational attainment is the headline number in Nanakuli: 10.2% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 12,282 residents, Nanakuli is a city in Hawaii. It ranks #26 among cities in Hawaii by population.
Median household income is $81,493, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.3%, close to the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $473,000, with typical rent around $1,671.
Four-year-degree attainment is near the bottom of the range for US cities, 10.2%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.1%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 38 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 5.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.5% |
| Two or More Races | 39.0% |
Economy & Income
$81,493
Median Household Income
$25,200
Per Capita Income
12.3%
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$473,000
Median Home Value
$1,671
Median Rent
65.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.2%
High School+
10.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.1%
Drive Alone
66.0%
Public Transit
6.1%
Work From Home
37.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.0%
Foreign Born
83.2%
Non-English at Home
8.4%
Veterans
14.7%
With Disability
95.0%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.9% |
| Public Administration | 12.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.7% |
| Retail Trade | 10.9% |
| Construction | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Information | 3.8% |
| Manufacturing | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nanakuli, Hawaii has a population of 12,282 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 26th-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Nanakuli, Hawaii is $81,493, with 12.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Nanakuli, Hawaii is $473,000, with median monthly rent at $1,671 and a homeownership rate of 65.5%.
The median age in Nanakuli, Hawaii is 35.1 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
Nanakuli Cdp, HI Climate
Nanakuli Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F) and receives about 1090 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
23°C
Avg Temp
1090
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 21° / 70° | 181 mm |
| February | 21° / 70° | 89 mm |
| March | 22° / 71° | 104 mm |
| April | 22° / 72° | 88 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 66 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 44 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 54 mm |
| August | 25° / 77° | 50 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 45 mm |
| October | 24° / 76° | 129 mm |
| November | 23° / 74° | 121 mm |
| December | 22° / 71° | 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 Nanakuli Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Nanakuli Cdp, HI are typically February, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near 17°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.