What is the population of Hawaii?
As the only archipelago state in the United States, Hawaii attracts tourists from around the world with its unique natural scenery and cultural charm. In recent years, Hawaii's demographic changes, tourism development, and social issues have become hot topics. Below is a detailed analysis of Hawaii's population and related hot topics.
1. Overview of Hawaii’s population data
| Year | total population | growth rate | Proportion of major ethnic groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,455,271 | +0.3% | 37% Asian, 25% white, 24% mixed race |
| 2023 (estimated) | 1,472,000 | +0.2% | 36% Asian, 24% white, 25% mixed race |
Hawaii's population growth is slow, limited primarily by land size and high cost of living. Among them, Asians (especially Japanese and Filipinos) account for the highest proportion, reflecting their multicultural characteristics.
2. Recent hot topics
1.Tourism recovery and population pressure
The number of tourists in Hawaii will return to 90% of pre-pandemic levels in 2023, exacerbating the housing shortage. Data shows that the average local house price has exceeded $900,000, triggering residents to protest against excessive tourism development.
| Year | Number of tourists (10,000) | housing vacancy rate | Resident dissatisfaction rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1042 | 8.2% | 42% |
| 2023 | 938 | 5.1% | 67% |
2.Maui wildfire incident
The historic wildfire that broke out in August 2023 killed at least 100 people and displaced about 20,000 people. The disaster exposed flaws in the emergency response system and became the focus of attention across the United States.
| Affected area | Area burned (acres) | Economic losses (100 million U.S. dollars) | Reconstruction cycle estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Lahaina | 2100 | 55 | 3-5 years |
3.Aboriginal rights disputes
Native Hawaiians (Kanaka Maoli) have launched many protests recently, demanding restrictions on immigration and the restoration of land sovereignty. The latest poll shows that 58% support autonomy.
3. Analysis of population structure characteristics
| age group | Proportion | National comparison | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-18 years old | 21% | 3% lower | ↓ |
| Over 65 years old | 19% | 2% higher | ↑↑ |
Hawaii is facing a serious aging problem, and the pressure on medical resources is increasing by 12% annually. At the same time, the outflow of young people to the lower 48 states has intensified, with a net loss of approximately 12,000 people in 2023.
4. Future population forecast
According to the Hawaii State Government’s 2030 Development Plan, the population is expected to remain around 1.5 million, but the structure may change significantly:
To sum up, Hawaii’s population problem is not only a numerical change, but also reflects the deep contradiction between environmental carrying, cultural protection and development. How to achieve sustainable development while maintaining characteristics will be a long-term challenge.
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