Moving to Hawaii
Hawaii, otherwise known as ‘The Aloha State’, is a fabulous state to work and live. If you are moving or relocating to HI, we have organized a detailed list of some important facts and useful factoids to help make your move an easy transition.
Geography
Located in the Pacific Region of the country, Hawaii is bordered by and None. With a total land area of over 10,930.98 Square Miles, it comes in as the 7th smallest state.
Population
Currently, the population of HI is 1,428,557 making it the 10th least populated state in the union and the 14th most densely populated. The state capital, Honolulu, has a population of 377260. which is the 11th largest capital in the country.
Other Populous Hawaii Cities are:
| US Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 55 | Honolulu[2] | 351,792 |
Notable Hawaiians
Hawaii is home to various famous and some infamous citizens such as, George Ariyoshi a notable first Japanese-American elected governor is from Honolulu and Salevaa Atisanoe “e;Konishiki”e; a memorable sumo wrestler is from Honolulu. Others include people like Hiram Bingham a missionary and Charles R Bishop a banker philanthropist .
Climate
Hawai’i is the only U.S. state located in the tropics. Almost half of the state’s land area is within five miles of the ocean, which provides a moderating effect on the state’s climate. August is the warmest month, with an average temperature of about 78°F, while the coldest month, February, averages around 72°F. Major geographic variations in temperature occur due to the state’s high elevations. For example, at elevations of less than 1,000 feet, winter temperatures rarely fall below 50°F, whereas lows can reach less than 20°F at the peaks of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. Hawai’i is, however, the only state to have never recorded sub-zero Fahrenheit temperatures.
National Parks
Hawaii is home to 2 beautiful national parks.
- Haleakal
The Haleakal volcano on Maui features a very large crater with numerous cinder cones, Hosmer’s Grove of alien trees, the Kipahulu section’s scenic pools of freshwater fish, and the native Hawaiian goose. It is home to the greatest number of endangered species within a U.S. National Park.
- Hawaii Volcanoes
This park on the Big Island protects the Klauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes, two of the world’s most active geological features. Diverse ecosystems range from tropical forests at sea level to barren lava beds at more than 13,000 feet (4,000m).
Crime Statistics
Safety and security should always be an important factor when moving to a new location. A state’s crime rate affects more than just the safety of its citizens, it highly affects property value, economics and the overall quality of life. Based on the last FBI Crime Statistics, Hawaii’s violent crime rate is 25 per 10k residents which is less than the national average of 37.3. In addition, the state’s property crime rate is 305per 10k residents which is greater than the national average of 248.7.
Hawaii ranks #37 in the US for violent crime and #12 for property crime.
Schools & Education
Whether you are a student, have children, or neither, a state’s educational system is not only important to those attending, it’s vital to the overall quality of life, culture and economics of the state. Based on data from multiple public and private sources, we were able to rank Hawaii’s educational system.
Overall Grade: C
Hawaii spends on average $13100.00 per pupil, which is greater than the national average ($11,900). HI ranks #26 in the US compared to the rest of the country. While HI ranks #26 in spending, the latest graduation rate is 81.60%%.
Another important factor is the percentage of families that enroll their young children (ages 3-4) in an accredited pre-school program. Hawaii ranks #13 with over 49.50% of children attending a early educational program.
Taxes
The current income tax rate for Hawaii is 8.25% which ranks 42nd favorable amongst other states. If you are purchasing property, you may want to consider the the property tax burden rate. This is the amount you pay in taxes per $1000 earned. HI’s rate is $21.69 which ranks 10th in the US.
Currently, HI sales tax is $47.43 for which it comes in as 50th compared to other states.
Sports
Unfortunately Hawaii does’nt have any major league teams.
Utility Companies
Before you move to Hawaii, it’s advised that you know who your utility companies are. We have an extensive list of both public and private utility companies in HI.
Other Resources
For more information about moving to Hawaii, visit their website at http://www.hawaii.gov/