Hawaii
State in United States
Hawaii has a land area of 6,420.7 square miles and a water area of 4,546.2 square miles. It is the 47th largest state by area.
Population and People
Total Population
1,441,553Data from Census BureauAverage Age
40.2 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
282,567Data from Census BureauVeterans
8.0%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$103,667Data from Census BureauPoverty
16.8%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
1,117,084Data from Census BureauUnemployed
4.8%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
490,080Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,774Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
46.6%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
53.4%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$722,500Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
183,427Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
306,653Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
12.0%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Hawaii is located in San Francisco Regional Office. Within Hawaii there are . Throughout Hawaii there are 6 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: HAWAII
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact the HUD office nearest you. In Hawaii’s jurisdiction, the office is located in Honolulu.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: Dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas.)
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- TTY: Dial 7-1-1 (Not available in all areas.)
FIELD OFFICES HUD: HAWAII
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: HAWAII
TANF OFFICE HUD: HAWAII
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: HAWAII
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: HAWAII
RENTAL HELP: HAWAII
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator– search for HUD offices, public housing agencies, multifamily and public housing locations and homeless coordinated entry system points of contacts .
- My Social Security – housing applicants can get benefit verification letters, check benefit and payment information, update your address and phone number and more.
HOMEOWNERSHIP: HAWAII
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Education – learn about buying and maintaining your home
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Hawaii
Age and Sex
39.6 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Hawaii
Age and Sex
39.6 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Hawaii
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Hawaii
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Hawaii
Older Population
19.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Hawaii
Older Population
19.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Hawaii
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Hawaii
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Hawaii
Veterans
8.00 +/- 0.4
Veterans in Hawaii
Veterans
8.00 +/- 0.4
Veterans in Hawaii
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Hawaii
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Hawaii
Median Household Income
$84,857 +/- $2,106
Median Household Income in Hawaii
Median Household Income
$84,857 +/- $2,106
Median Household Income in Hawaii
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Hawaii
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Hawaii
Poverty
11.20 +/- 0.8
Poverty in Hawaii
Poverty
11.20 +/- 0.8
Poverty in Hawaii
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Hawaii
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Hawaii
Educational Attainment
34.50 +/- 1.8
Educational Attainment in Hawaii
Educational Attainment
34.50 +/- 1.8
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Hawaii
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Hawaii
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Hawaii
Employment rate
54.60% +/- 0.6%
Employment rate in Hawaii
Employment rate
54.60% +/- 0.6%
Employment rate in Hawaii
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: HAWAII
Hawaii Multifamily Owners and Management Agents This mailing list will distribute guidance and information to owners and management agents in Hawaii.
Northern California, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii and Pacific Islands Environmental Mailing List This list is for HUD grantees and their associates in Northern California, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii, and the Pacific Islands, who have responsibility for preparing environmental reviews to achieve compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and 24 CFR Part 58. The environmental review information distributed will include announcements of upcoming training opportunities, updated recommended formats, and policy updates.
Region IX HUDLines A newsletter from the San Francisco Regional Office, featuring news and exciting information about Arizona, California, Hawaii and Nevada’s housing and community development efforts.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023