Waimalu, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Waimalu, Hawaii is 14,176 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $89,016, the median home value is $597,700, and the median age is 41.3.
14,176
Population
7742
People / sq mi
$89,016
Median Income
$597,700
Median Home Value
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Waimalu covers 1.8 sq mi of land at 7742 people per square mile.
About Waimalu, HI
What distinguishes Waimalu is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 7,742 people per square mile. With 14,176 residents, Waimalu is a city in Hawaii. It ranks #21 among cities in Hawaii by population.
The typical household here earns about $89,016, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 4.9%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $597,700, with typical rent around $1,892.
36.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Around 10.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Waimalu: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 13.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 3.2% |
Economy & Income
$89,016
Median Household Income
$47,663
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$597,700
Median Home Value
$1,892
Median Rent
61.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.1%
High School+
36.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.5%
Drive Alone
68.2%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
25.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.2%
Foreign Born
72.9%
Non-English at Home
12.8%
Veterans
8.2%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
97.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.6% |
| Retail Trade | 11.5% |
| Public Administration | 11.5% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Manufacturing | 4.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Waimalu, Hawaii has a population of 14,176 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Waimalu, Hawaii is $89,016, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Waimalu, Hawaii is $597,700, with median monthly rent at $1,892 and a homeownership rate of 61.9%.
The median age in Waimalu, Hawaii is 41.3 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
Waimalu Cdp, HI Climate
Waimalu Cdp, HI has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F) and receives about 990 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.5°C
Avg Temp
990
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 72° | 169 mm |
| February | 22° / 72° | 73 mm |
| March | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| April | 24° / 75° | 77 mm |
| May | 25° / 76° | 66 mm |
| June | 26° / 78° | 41 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 59 mm |
| August | 27° / 80° | 50 mm |
| September | 27° / 80° | 46 mm |
| October | 26° / 78° | 102 mm |
| November | 25° / 76° | 112 mm |
| December | 23° / 74° | 95 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 Waimalu Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Waimalu Cdp, HI are typically February, April and June, 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.