Where are most of the homeless in Maui?

A 2023 point-in-time report shows Lahaina as the region with the second most homeless people on the island at 113, after Central Maui. But almost 2,000 residential structures have since burned to the ground. Rebuilding will take a long time, and undoubtedly there will be people who struggle to find shelter.



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Most of Hawaii's homeless population lives on Oahu: more than 4,400 people. Almost 60% are unsheltered. More than half of homeless people on Oahu are unsheltered: more than 70% are homeless individuals and more than 20% are families.

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South Maui is certainly one of the most popular areas for locals and tourists given the abundance of beaches, accommodations, and housing. It's close enough to Kahului to provide easy access to shopping but doesn't have the feel of a city.

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Maui County leads the state with 36 percent of households in the ALICE category and 16 percent below the poverty line. Another 48 percent are living above the ALICE threshold, the lowest in the state.

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About eighteen miles southwest of the Garden Island (Kauai), sits Hawaii's “Forbidden Island”, also known as Niihau.

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“There is no evidence of other states or municipalities sending homeless people here to Hawaii.” The Hawaii Tourism Authority is helping to pay for airfare so people can return to the city they flew in from.

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You'll enjoy living on Maui. No, it's not always the postcard-perfect paradise, but it's home. You'll be happy to live here, and the people living there are grateful to be able to share their island with tourists from all over the world.

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Molokai. Molokai is the best island for solitude, meaning few tourists and small town Hawai?i life. Additionally, Molokai is all about making your own adventure, easy but scenic hiking, and most of all, relaxing! If you like a slow vacation, then Molokai may be for you!

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Molokai is known for its limited resorts and attractions, which adds to its charm as the least touristy island in Hawaii. Unlike other islands that are filled with high-rise hotels and commercialized attractions, Molokai offers a more rustic and untouched experience.

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Molokai. Molokai is the best island for solitude, meaning few tourists and small town Hawai?i life. Additionally, Molokai is all about making your own adventure, easy but scenic hiking, and most of all, relaxing! If you like a slow vacation, then Molokai may be for you!

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Areas in West Maui that tourists should avoid include Lahaina, Napili, Kaanapali, and Kapalua, according to a press release from the Hawaii Tourism Authority.

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In 2021, Honolulu, Oahu, saw a total of 3.3 million visitors, while neighboring Maui received fewer at 2.3 million. Despite this, these two destinations are by far the most-visited across the Hawaiian islands, which makes it much easier for guests to find places to stay and things to do.

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