Hawaii, US

Hawaii: State of the United States of America, located on an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean

About

Hawaii became the 50th and most recent state admitted to the Union on August 21, 1959. It is the only state located in Oceania and the only one comprised entirely of islands.

Geography

The Hawaiian archipelago consists of 137 volcanic islands, atolls, and reefs spanning 1,500 miles. The six largest islands are Hawaii, Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Molokai and Lanai. Hawaii's total area is 10,931 square miles. The islands are known for their diverse natural scenery of volcanoes, tropical forests, beaches and coral reefs.

Hawaii has a tropical climate all year round with average highs of 85-90°F.

History and Culture

Hawaii has a unique Polynesian culture influenced by native Hawaiians, Asian immigrants and American settlers. Native Hawaiians arrived first, traveling from other Polynesian islands like Tahiti.

The islands were united under King Kamehameha I. Later important events include the arrival of Christian missionaries, the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy, Hawaii becoming a U.S. territory, and finally statehood.

Economy and Industry

Key industries include tourism, agriculture and defense. Tourism drives the economy. Popular destinations include Waikiki Beach, Volcanoes National Park, the Pearl Harbor memorial and historic sites like the USS Arizona. Agriculture produces macadamia nuts, pineapples, coffee, sugarcane and more. The U.S. Pacific Fleet is headquartered at Pearl Harbor.

Government and Politics

Honolulu, located on Oahu, is the state capital and largest city. The current governor is David Ige, a Democrat. Hawaii has reliably voted Democratic in presidential elections since 1988.

In summary, Hawaii is the island state known for tropical landscapes, Polynesian culture and the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Tourism, agriculture and military presence shape the economy today. Hawaii offers a unique blend of island beauty, traditions and American influence.

Quick Facts about Hawaii

Population :	1,407,006
Country :	United States of America
Different from :	Hawaii
Head of government :	Governor of Hawaii
Area :	28311 km²
Water as percent of area :	41.25%
Land as percent of area :	58.75%
Continent :	Oceania
Legislative body :	Hawaii State Legislature
Named for :	Hawaii, Hawaiiloa, Hawaiki, Kingdom of Hawaiʻi
Official language :	Hawaiian, English
Altitude :	3,035 feet / 925 meters
Capital :	Honolulu
Establishment :	August 08, 1959 (65 years ago)
Time Zone :	Pacific/Honolulu, Hawaii–Aleutian Time Zone
Local time :	14:49:12 (24th November 2024)

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Geography

Hawaii is located at 20°47'16"N 156°23'10"W (20.7878500, -156.3861200).

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The largest city of Hawaii is Honolulu with a population of 371,657. Other cities include, Hālawa Heights population 13,408, Waianae population 13,177, Lahaina population 11,704 and Hawaiian Paradise Park population 11,404. See all Hawaii cities & populated places.

Largest Cities in Hawaii (more)

Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in Hawaii.

City Name	Title	County	Population
Honolulu	The most populous city in Hawaii and the center of the Honolulu metropolitan area.	Honolulu	371,657
East Honolulu	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	49,914
Pearl City	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	47,698
Hilo	Census-designated place in Hawaii, United States	Hawaii	43,263
Kailua	Census designated place in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States	Honolulu	38,635
Waipahu	Census designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States	Honolulu	38,216
Kaneohe	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	34,597
Mililani Town	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	27,629
Kahului	Census designated place	Maui	26,337
‘Ewa Gentry	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	22,690
Kīhei	Census designated place	Maui	20,881
Makakilo City	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	18,248
Wahiawā	Census-designated place in Hawaii, United States	Honolulu	17,821
Wailuku	Census-designated place in Maui County, Hawaiʻi, United States	Maui	15,313
Kapolei	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States	Honolulu	15,186
‘Ewa Beach	Census-designated place in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States of America	Honolulu	14,955

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Official website of Hawaii

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Linda Lingle , 6 December, 2010 2002-12-02T00:00:00Z
Ben Cayetano , 2 December, 2002 1994-12-02T00:00:00Z
John D. Waihee III , 2 December, 1994 1986-12-02T00:00:00Z
William F. Quinn , 3 December, 1962 1959-08-21T00:00:00Z
George Ariyoshi , 1 December, 1986 1972-12-02T00:00:00Z
John A. Burns , 2 December, 1974 1962-12-03T00:00:00Z
Neil Abercrombie , 1 December, 2014 2010-12-06T00:00:00Z
David Ige , 2014-12-01T00:00:00Z

Ehime Prefecture (2003 )
Fukuoka Prefecture (1981 )
Hiroshima Prefecture (1997 )
Okinawa Prefecture (1985 )

Maui County
Kauai County
Honolulu County
Hawaii County
Kalawao County

Demographics

Year	Population	% Change	Method
1900	154,001	-	census
1910	191,909	19.75%	census
1920	255,912	25.01%	census
1930	368,336	30.52%	census
1940	423,330	12.99%	census
1950	499,794	15.3%	census
1960	632,772	21.02%	census
1970	768,561	17.67%	census
1980	964,691	20.33%	census
1990	1,108,229	12.95%	census
2000	1,211,537	8.53%	census
2010	1,360,301	10.94%	census
2011	1,379,329	1.38%	estimation process
2012	1,394,804	1.11%	estimation process
2013	1,408,243	0.95%	estimation process
2014	1,414,538	0.45%	estimation process
2015	1,422,052	0.53%	estimation process
2016	1,427,559	0.39%	estimation process
2017	1,424,393	-0.22%	estimation process
2018	1,420,593	-0.27%	estimation process
2019	1,415,872	-0.33%	estimation process
2020	1,407,006	-0.63%	estimation process

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People born in Hawaii (158)

People born in Hawaii, including voice actor Micah Solusod, Chilean pianist from Easter Island Mahani Teave, Movie actress Jade Marcela, .

List

Bobby Lowe (martial artist) he was born in 23/08/1929
John Guerin (American drummer) he was born in 31/10/1939
Randall Duk Kim (Korean American actor) he was born in 24/09/1943
Michael Hoffman (American film director) he was born in 30/11/1956
Kaui Hart Hemmings (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1975
Sara Lov (American singer) she was born in 08/10/1971
Don Muraco (American professional wrestler) he was born in 10/09/1949
Michael Okuda (graphic designer known for working on Star Trek) he was born in 01/01/2000
Benjamin W.S. Lum (American actor (1953-2002)) he was born in 09/05/1953
Katie Kox (American movie actress and adult model) she was born in 17/12/1985
Albert Pyun (film director) he was born in 19/05/1953
George Varoff (American pole vaulter) he was born in 25/03/1914
Al Dacascos he was born in 06/09/1942
Richard Lee (American martial arts master) he was born in 18/06/1933
Brian Haberlin (Co-creator of the "Witchblade" comic books) he was born in 01/01/1963
Danielle Delaunay (American singer active in Japan) she was born in 06/09/1983
Joy Monahan (American surfer) she was born in 01/01/1953
Kazimir Strzepek (cartoonist) he was born in 01/01/1978