Population Change in Hawaii

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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