Puhi, Hawaii facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Puhi, Hawaii
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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 | 0.89 sq mi (2.31 km2) |
| • Land | 0.89 sq mi (2.30 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,380 |
| • Density | 3,802.02/sq mi (1,468.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-10 (Hawaii-Aleutian) |
| ZIP code |
96766
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| Area code(s) | 808 |
| FIPS code | 15-65750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0363494 |
Puhi is a small community located on the beautiful island of Kauai in Hawaii, United States. The name "Puhi" means "blow" in the Hawaiian language. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which is a special area that the government tracks for population information, but it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.
In 2020, about 3,380 people lived in Puhi. This was a big jump from the 1,186 people who lived there in 2000!
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Where is Puhi Located?
Puhi is found on the southeastern side of the island of Kauai. It's about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) west of Lihue, which is the main town and county seat of Kauai.
How Big is Puhi?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the Puhi CDP covers an area of about 0.89 square miles (2.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit (about 0.004 square miles or 0.01 square kilometers) being water.
Who Lives in Puhi?
The population of Puhi has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
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| 2020 | 3,380 | — | |
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What is the Population Like?
Based on information from 2000, Puhi was home to 1,186 people living in 285 households. Many families lived there, with 255 out of 285 households being families.
The people in Puhi come from many different backgrounds. In 2000, a large part of the population was of Asian heritage (about 65.7%). There were also people who identified as White (8.3%), Pacific Islander (2.5%), and those from two or more races (22.4%). About 7.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Income in Puhi
In 2000, the population of Puhi included people of all ages. About 26.7% were under 18 years old, and 15.1% were 65 years or older. The average age was 36 years.
The average income for a household in Puhi was about $51,563 per year. For families, the average income was around $50,000.
See also
In Spanish: Puhi para niños
