Waipio, Hawaii Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Waipio, Hawaii is 11,196 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Hawaii. The median household income is $106,164, the median home value is $709,500, and the median age is 44.2.
11,196
Population
8978
People / sq mi
$106,164
Median Income
$709,500
Median Home Value
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Waipio covers 1.2 sq mi of land at 8978 people per square mile.
About Waipio, HI
Waipio stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 8,978 people per square mile. Waipio is a city in Hawaii with a population of 11,196. It ranks #31 among cities in Hawaii by population.
Median household income is $106,164, above the US median of $78,538. About 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $709,500, with typical rent around $2,248.
Roughly 27.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Waipio: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 6.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 3.6% |
Economy & Income
$106,164
Median Household Income
$46,661
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$709,500
Median Home Value
$2,248
Median Rent
73.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.6%
High School+
27.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.0%
Drive Alone
69.9%
Public Transit
6.5%
Work From Home
28.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.8%
Foreign Born
78.4%
Non-English at Home
10.3%
Veterans
13.4%
With Disability
96.6%
Health Insurance
96.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.5% |
| Construction | 11.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.6% |
| Public Administration | 10.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.9% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.2% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Waipio, Hawaii has a population of 11,196 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Hawaii.
The median household income in Waipio, Hawaii is $106,164, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Waipio, Hawaii is $709,500, with median monthly rent at $2,248 and a homeownership rate of 73.9%.
The median age in Waipio, Hawaii is 44.2 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
Waipio Cdp, HI Climate
Waipio 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 Waipio Cdp, HI
The most comfortable months to visit Waipio 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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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.