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Waipio, Hawaii

Introduction to Waipio, Hawaii

The population of Waipio is 11,672.

Waipio History

Waipio is in Honolulu County, which was formed on April 30, 1907. It is the site of the Battle of Kipapa Gulch. In fact the battle began at the Waikakalaua Gulch and in due course made its way into the Kipapa Gulch. Waipio is a Hawaiian term meaning "curved water". It is a census - designated place of the Ewa District.

Waipio and nearby Attractions

  • Bishop Museum
  • Hapuna Beach State Park
  • U. S. Museum of Hawaii
  • Hawaii Maritime Center
  • Diamond Head State Monument
  • Iolani Palace

Things To Do In Waipio

History buffs can visit the U.S Army Museum of Hawaii. They can also visit the Hawaii Plantation Village which offers an outdoor museum, where the life of the plantation workers is depicted. Tourists can also visit the Queen Emma Summer Palace. Halawa Beach Park and the Kauna’oa Beach are ideal destinations for a family day out. One can even visit the Waipio Valley Artworks. Those interested in shopping can visit the Waipio Shopping Center.

Waipio Transportation

Honolulu International Airport is the nearest airport.

Waipio Higher Education

One can pursue higher education from Leeward Community College, Honolulu Community College, Brigham Young University - Hawaii Campus, and Kapiolani Community College.

High Points

Waipio strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Hawaii):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyWaipio Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyWaipio People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 6%Waipio Well-Paid Single Men
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 10%Waipio Low Rate of Poverty
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 11%Waipio Median Family Income
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Waipio Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Waipio Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Waipio, HI

Comparing Waipio to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Hawaii (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population106
Well-Paid Single Men910
Racial Diversity95
Well-Paid Single Women810
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Age of the Population33
Female Share of the Population25
Senior Citizens12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size94
Portion of People Married77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better910
Median Family Income99
People Above Poverty810
College Educated Adults79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home42
Walking and Biking to Work22
Short Commute Times13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built108
Affordability of Property Taxes83
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
People Living Alone37
Affordability of Rents13
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
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