Hawaii's population saw a slight increase in 2024, breaking the trend of decline since 2020. Factors like the high cost of living and lack of affordable housing have led residents to leave the islands. The increase is partly attributed to more Hawaii-born people returning home.
Key Points
Population in Hawaii increased slightly in 2024
Factors like cost of living and housing affect population trends
More Hawaii-born individuals returning home contribute to the increase
Pros
Population increase in Hawaii in 2024
More Hawaii-born people moving back home
Cons
High cost of living and lack of affordable housing driving residents away