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County overview

Hawaii County

Hawaii - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Hawaii County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Hawaii County

Population
202,163
Age 65+
22.2%
Median age
43.3
Owner-occupied
71.4%
With disability
15.3%
Median home value
$454,900
Median income
$74,238
Residents 65+
44,910
How Hawaii County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+34.5%
% owner-occupied
+10.2%
% with disability
+18.6%
Median household income
-1.2%
Median home value
+61.4%
Median age
+12.5%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Other counties in Hawaii

Honolulu County
1,010,100 residents
Maui County
164,765 residents

Aging-in-place in Hawaii County

Hawaii County is home to roughly 202,163 residents, of whom about 44,880 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 22.2%, well above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 71.4% of homes in Hawaii County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $454,900. That's a higher-than-average ownership rate, which often correlates with longer tenures in the home and a stronger appetite for investment in accessibility upgrades. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 15.3% of Hawaii County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.