Urban Honolulu, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Urban Honolulu, Hawaii is 346,323 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 55th-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Hawaii. The median household income is $85,428, the median home value is $834,100, and the median age is 42.9.
The population has grown 1.7% since 2010 (339,121 → 344,967).
346,323
Population
5713
People / sq mi
$85,428
Median Income
$834,100
Median Home Value
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Urban Honolulu covers 60.6 sq mi of land at 5713 people per square mile.
About Urban Honolulu, HI
In Urban Honolulu, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $834,100. With 346,323 residents, Urban Honolulu is a city in Hawaii. It is the #1-largest of all cities in Hawaii nationally.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $85,428 — above the US median of $78,538. About 7.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $834,100, with typical rent around $1,783.
40.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.9%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Urban Honolulu — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Urban Honolulu Cdp Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Urban Honolulu Cdp had a population of 339,121 in 2010 and 344,967 in 2024, a 1.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 351,747 in 2016. Average annual growth rate: 0.12%.
344,967
Population (2024)
339,121
Population (2010)
351,747
Peak (2016)
0.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 339,121 |
| 2011 | 343,059 |
| 2012 | 346,845 |
| 2013 | 349,237 |
| 2014 | 349,561 |
| 2015 | 351,571 |
| 2016 | 351,747 |
| 2017 | 349,750 |
| 2018 | 346,945 |
| 2019 | 345,064 |
| 2020 | 348,442 |
| 2021 | 346,580 |
| 2022 | 343,974 |
| 2023 | 343,531 |
| 2024 | 344,967 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 17.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 3.0% |
Economy & Income
$85,428
Median Household Income
$48,465
Per Capita Income
7.9%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$834,100
Median Home Value
$1,783
Median Rent
48.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.9%
High School+
40.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.9%
Drive Alone
55.7%
Public Transit
8.9%
Work From Home
22.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.9%
Foreign Born
65.0%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
12.5%
With Disability
96.2%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.9% |
| Public Administration | 8.1% |
| Information | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Construction | 5.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Manufacturing | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Common questions about Urban Honolulu, HI
Frequently Asked Questions
Urban Honolulu, Hawaii has a population of 346,323 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 55th-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Hawaii.
The median household income in Urban Honolulu, Hawaii is $85,428, with 7.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Urban Honolulu, Hawaii is $834,100, with median monthly rent at $1,783 and a homeownership rate of 48.6%.
The median age in Urban Honolulu, Hawaii is 42.9 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 1.7% since 2010 (339,121 → 344,967).
Urban Honolulu Cdp, HI Climate
Urban Honolulu Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F) and receives about 1350 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.8°C
Avg Temp
1350
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 23° / 73° | 148 mm |
| February | 23° / 73° | 81 mm |
| March | 23° / 74° | 112 mm |
| April | 24° / 75° | 116 mm |
| May | 25° / 77° | 131 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 71 mm |
| July | 26° / 80° | 115 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 147 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 91 mm |
| October | 26° / 79° | 113 mm |
| November | 25° / 77° | 129 mm |
| December | 24° / 74° | 96 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 Urban Honolulu Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Urban Honolulu Cdp, HI are typically February, December and March, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 18°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.