Lawai, Hawaii facts for kids
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Lawai, Hawaii
Lāwaʻi
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Location in Kauai County and the state of Hawaii
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| Country | United States |
| State | Hawaii |
| County | Kauai |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.15 sq mi (10.75 km2) |
| • Land | 4.06 sq mi (10.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.25 km2) |
| Elevation | 554 ft (169 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,578 |
| • Density | 635.60/sq mi (245.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-10 (Hawaii-Aleutian) |
| ZIP code |
96765
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| Area code(s) | 808 |
| FIPS code | 15-44450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0361798 |
Lāwaʻi is a small community in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the United States Census Bureau defines for counting people, but it's not a city or town with its own local government. In 2020, about 2,578 people lived there.
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Where is Lawai Located?
Lawai is on the southern part of the island of Kauai in Hawaii. It is located at about 21.925343 degrees north and 159.507385 degrees west. To its west, you'll find Kalaheo, and to its east is Omao.
Getting Around Lawai
Hawaii Route 50 is a main road that goes through Lawai. If you travel northeast on this road, you will reach Lihue, which is about 11 miles away. If you go west, you will get to Hanapepe, which is about 6 miles away.
Lawai's Size
The total area of Lawai is about 4.15 square miles (10.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 4.06 square miles (10.5 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.10 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Lawai?
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| 2020 | 2,578 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Lawai was 2,578 people. This number has grown over the years. For example, in 2000, there were 1,984 people living there.
Lawai's Community
In 2000, there were 711 homes in Lawai. Many of these homes, about 60.6%, were families with married couples. About 32.2% of homes had children under 18 living there. The average home had about 2.79 people.
The people living in Lawai come from many different backgrounds. In 2000, about 30.8% were of Asian descent, and 35.4% were White. About 5.5% were Pacific Islander. Many people, about 26.4%, identified as being from two or more races. Also, about 11.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The median age in Lawai in 2000 was 39 years old. This means half the people were younger than 39, and half were older. About 24.8% of the population was under 18 years old.
Fun Places to Visit in Lawai
Lawai is home to some beautiful gardens that are great for exploring:
- Allerton Garden: A stunning botanical garden with unique plants and landscapes.
- McBryde Garden: Another amazing garden focused on tropical plants and plant conservation.
Famous People from Lawai
- Kaliko Kauahi: An actress known for her roles in television shows.
