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Maui County, Hawaii
Maui County, Hawaii. Maui County had 160,592 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.5% since 2020, a steeper fall than Hawaii's (−1.5%). It holds 30 places (30 census-designated) and 48 census tracts. GEOID 15009.
Maui County is one of the 2 counties of the Kahului-Wailuku, HI metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
160,592
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 164,754 · ACS 2020-2024: 164,522 ±25
Median household income
$97,161
±$2,901 (90% margin)
Hawaii: $100,389
Median home value
$904,700
±$14,011 (90% margin)
Hawaii: $839,100
Median gross rent
$1,916
±$82 (90% margin)
Hawaii: $1,971
How many people live in Maui County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 164,754 residents in Maui County. The Census Bureau estimates 160,592 for July 1, 2025, down 2.5% since 2020, a steeper fall than Hawaii's (−1.5%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 164,522 over 1,162 square miles of land.
| Measure | Maui County | Hawaii | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 164,522±25 | 1,445,235 | −1,457 |
| Households | 55,841±694 | 492,453 | +1,362 |
| Average household size | 2.90±0.04 | 2.85 | −0.10 |
| Housing units | 72,279±131 | 567,896 | −890 |
Maui County's population since 2000
From 128,094 in 2000 to 160,592 in 2025: up 25.4%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Maui County?
Maui County holds 30 places: 30 census-designated places. The largest is Kahului with 28,288 residents (2020-2024). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Kahului | 28,219 | $98,077 |
|---|---|---|
| Kihei | 21,423 | $87,772 |
| Wailuku | 17,697 | $102,942 |
| Lahaina | 12,702 | $88,889 |
| Waihee-Waiehu | 9,234 | $126,735 |
| Haiku-Pauwela | 8,595 | $101,396 |
| Pukalani | 8,299 | $102,976 |
| Makawao | 7,297 | $96,444 |
| Napili-Honokowai | 7,042 | $105,565 |
| Kula | 6,942 | $100,433 |
| Wailea | 6,027 | $90,000 |
| Waikapu | 3,437 | $122,917 |
| Kaunakakai | 3,419 | $76,131 |
| Lanai City | 3,332 | $92,167 |
| Paia | 2,470 | $100,559 |
| Keokea | 2,199 | $114,250 |
| Kualapuu | 2,110 | $62,917 |
| Hana | 1,526 | $53,750 |
| Olinda | 1,188 | $98,235 |
| Kaanapali | 1,161 | $129,167 |
| Haliimaile | 1,074 | $88,259 |
| Mahinahina | 910 | $162,813 |
| Launiupoko | 688 | $132,917 |
| Kapalua | 495 | $154,375 |
| Maunaloa | 435 | $52,500 |
| Ualapue | 393 | $63,750 |
| Maalaea | 310 | $72,500 |
| MakenaGEOID 1548350 | 196 | $162,708 |
| OlowaluGEOID 1557650 | 100 | $111,250 |
| ManeleGEOID 1549425 | 7 | $190,938 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Maui County?
The median resident of Maui County is 43.2 years old; 21.0% are under 18 and 20.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 29.0%, then non-Hispanic Asian residents at 27.7%. 17.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Maui County | Hawaii | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 43.2±0.3 | 40.9 | +2.0 |
| Under 18 years | 21.0%±0.1 pts | 20.7% | – |
| 65 years and over | 20.7%±0.1 pts | 20.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 10.6%±0.1 pts | 9.9% | −0.7 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 29.0%±0.3 pts | 20.9% | −1.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.1 pts | 1.8% | +0.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 27.7%±1.1 pts | 36.4% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 9.6%±0.4 pts | 9.5% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 21.7%±1.1 pts | 21.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 17.1%±1.0 pts | 17.9% | −1.6 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 22.0%±1.2 pts | 24.7% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.6%±0.4 pts | 8.0% | – |
| With a disability | 11.9%±0.7 pts | 12.9% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.1%±0.6 pts | 3.6% | −0.9 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.2%±0.6 pts | 93.2% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 31.0%±1.1 pts | 36.1% | +3.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 10.3%±0.7 pts | 13.3% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.7%±0.4 pts | 4.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Maui County earn?
Half of Maui County's 55,841 households earn less than $97,161 a year (±$2,901), against $100,389 in Hawaii. In 2015-2019 it was $99,622 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Maui County | Hawaii | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $97,161±$2,901 | $100,389 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $131,649±$3,821 | $131,053 | – |
| Per capita income | $45,622±$1,227 | $46,005 | +$2,251 |
| People below the poverty line | 9.2%±0.8 pts | 10.0% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 9.5%±1.7 pts | 12.1% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.4%±0.8 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 90.2%±0.8 pts | 92.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Maui County?
Owners occupy 65.6% of Maui County's occupied homes and renters 34.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $904,700 by its owner (±$14,011). The median renter pays $1,916 a month including utilities, and 45.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Maui County | Hawaii | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $904,700±$14,011 | $839,100 | +$125,055 |
| Median gross rent | $1,916±$82 | $1,971 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 45.8%±3.5 pts | 46.2% | +5.7 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,821±$55 | $2,904 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 65.6%±1.7 pts | 63.0% | +4.6 pts |
| Housing units | 72,279±131 | 567,896 | −890 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 17.6%±1.9 pts | 7.4% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 59.9%±1.2 pts | 53.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 0.6%±0.3 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 3.4%±0.6 pts | 3.2% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Maui County building?
Builders took permits for 902 new housing units across Maui County in 2025 (527 single-family), 5.6 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Maui County get to work?
70.3% of Maui County's workers drive alone and 10.2% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.5%.
| Measure | Maui County | Hawaii | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 63.8%±0.8 pts | 63.7% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.5%±0.7 pts | 4.9% | +1.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 70.3%±1.3 pts | 65.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 13.3%±1.1 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Walked | 2.1%±0.5 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.2%±0.8 pts | 9.6% | +4.3 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.0 min±0.6 | 26.2 min | +1.7 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Maui County's census tracts?
Maui County is divided into 48 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $55,982 (Tract 301) to $170,112 (Tract 311.04).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Maui County compare with Hawaii's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 3rd of 5 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 4th of 5 |
| Residents per square mile | 2nd of 5 |
| Median household income | 3rd of 5 |
| Median home value | 1st of 4 |
| Median gross rent | 2nd of 5 |
| Poverty rate | 2nd of 4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 3rd of 5 |
| Median age | 2nd of 5 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Maui County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.