Kihei Public RecordsHawaii

Kihei, Maui, HI, has a population of approximately 22,000 residents. The median age is about 41 years. Gender is nearly balanced, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female. Racially, the population is 54% White, 19% Asian, 13% two or more races, 4% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 8% Hispanic or Latino (any race). Kihei is a diverse coastal community reflecting Maui’s wider multicultural heritage.

Kihei, located in Maui, HI, has five public schools, including Lokelani Intermediate and Kihei High School (opened 2023). Kihei High offers programs for grades 9-11, while nearby Maui High has an 85% graduation rate. Approximately 32% of Kihei adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety scores in the area average 7/10. Educational programs emphasize Hawaiian culture, STEM, and environmental science. Adult education is available through UH Maui College, just 10 miles away.

Kihei, Maui, HI, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no full-service hospitals; residents rely on Maui Memorial Medical Center in Wailuku (about 14 miles away) and local clinics such as Kihei-Wailea Medical Center. Approximately 85% of Maui County residents have health insurance, with major providers including Kaiser Permanente and Hawaii Pacific Health. The population is diverse: 33% Asian, 26% White, 24% Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes (10% prevalence), and obesity (about 24%). Primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics serve the area; access may be constrained by physician shortages and transportation barriers.

Kihei, Maui, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with about 85% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% using public transit as of 2022. The average commute time is approximately 21 minutes. Maui Bus provides limited service connecting Kihei to Kahului and other areas, but infrequent schedules limit ridership. Most households (over 93%) own at least one vehicle. Major employment hubs include resorts, hospitality, and retail sectors in Kihei and nearby Kahului. Key transportation infrastructure includes Piilani Highway (HI-31) and limited walking/biking paths, reflecting a car-dependent community with minimal public transit integration.

Kihei, Maui, HI, features a median home value of approximately $950,000 in 2024, with median monthly rents around $2,300. Homeownership rates are about 60%, with various housing types including single-family homes, condos, and townhouses. Popular neighborhoods include Kihei Villages, Maui Meadows, and North Kihei. Property values have risen about 8% year-over-year. Maui’s property tax rate remains relatively low at 0.19% of assessed value, making ownership attractive despite high prices. Renting remains common among newcomers and seasonal residents due to affordability challenges.