by Kristen Carney
Updated: February 9, 2026
The most populous counties in Hawaii are Honolulu County with 1,001,146, Hawaii County at 205,769, Maui County with 164,522, Kauai County at 73,731, and Kalawao County with 67. You can get the most current Census population data for all 5 Hawaii counties, sorted from the most populous counties in Hawaii to the least, according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
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| Rank | County | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honolulu County | 1,001,146 |
| 2 | Hawaii County | 205,769 |
| 3 | Maui County | 164,522 |
| 4 | Kauai County | 73,731 |
| 5 | Kalawao County | 67 |
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United States Census Bureau. B01001 SEX BY AGE, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey Office. Web. January 29, 2026. http://www.census.gov/. |
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