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Makaha has a population of 7,753.
In Makaha, about 41% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the town. One thing visitors notice about the town is the large number of young children, especially babies and pre-school kids.
Interestingly, Makaha is known for having more men than similar towns.
In 2000, Makaha had a median family income of $36,563.
About 42% of housing units in Makaha are owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments.
In Makaha, 84% of commuters drive to work. Commuters in the town are more likely, and able, to walk or bicycle to work than most. Residents of Makaha, taking advantage of public transportation, try to avoid being as dependent on their cars as people in some other places.
Makaha strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Hawaii):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 7% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Makaha to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Hawaii (State):
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