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County overview

Honolulu County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Honolulu County

Population
1,010,100
Age 65+
18.6%
Median age
38.8
Owner-occupied
58.9%
With disability
11.7%
Median home value
$832,200
Median income
$99,816
Residents 65+
187,393
How Honolulu County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+12.7%
% owner-occupied
-9.1%
% with disability
-9.3%
Median household income
+32.8%
Median home value
+195.2%
Median age
+0.8%

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

Hawaii County
202,163 residents
Maui County
164,765 residents

Aging-in-place in Honolulu County

Honolulu County is home to roughly 1,010,100 residents, of whom about 187,879 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 18.6%, 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 58.9% of homes in Honolulu County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $832,200. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. 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 11.7% of Honolulu County residents report a disability, a rate in line with 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.