Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii is 11,369 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 30th-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $128,266, the median home value is $740,300, and the median age is 38.6.
11,369
Population
2666
People / sq mi
$128,266
Median Income
$740,300
Median Home Value
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Waihee-Waiehu covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 2666 people per square mile.
About Waihee-Waiehu, HI
Remote work is unusually rare in Waihee-Waiehu: 2.2% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. Waihee-Waiehu is a city in Hawaii with a population of 11,369. It ranks #30 among cities in Hawaii by population.
Households take in a median $128,266, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $740,300, with typical rent around $2,224.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 18.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 2.2% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 8.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 21.1% |
Economy & Income
$128,266
Median Household Income
$34,068
Per Capita Income
7.3%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$740,300
Median Home Value
$2,224
Median Rent
86.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.0%
High School+
18.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
81.6%
Public Transit
2.2%
Work From Home
22.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.4%
Foreign Born
73.7%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
10.6%
With Disability
94.2%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.7% |
| Construction | 12.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.0% |
| Retail Trade | 9.8% |
| Public Administration | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Manufacturing | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii has a population of 11,369 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 30th-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii is $128,266, with 7.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii is $740,300, with median monthly rent at $2,224 and a homeownership rate of 86.7%.
The median age in Waihee-Waiehu, Hawaii is 38.6 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
Waihee-Waiehu Cdp, HI Climate
Waihee-Waiehu Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F) and receives about 2816 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is September and the coldest is February. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
21°C
Avg Temp
2816
Precip (mm/yr)
Sep
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 20° / 67° | 270 mm |
| February | 19° / 67° | 254 mm |
| March | 20° / 67° | 303 mm |
| April | 20° / 68° | 298 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 190 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 113 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 159 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 202 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 135 mm |
| October | 22° / 72° | 217 mm |
| November | 21° / 71° | 363 mm |
| December | 20° / 68° | 312 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 Waihee-Waiehu Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Waihee-Waiehu Cdp, HI are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is September (around 26°C high). The coldest is February (near 16°C low). November 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.