Wailuku Population 2026
Wailuku has a population of 15,313, making it the #3049 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Hawaii. It is about 575× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,313
Rank in United States
#3049
Coordinates
20.89°N, 156.51°W
~76 m elevation · Pacific/Honolulu
Distance to capital (Washington)
7,683 km
4,771 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hawaii
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | 350,964 | #55 |
| East Honolulu | 49,914 | #877 |
| Pearl City | 47,698 | #926 |
| Makakilo / Kapolei / Honokai Hale | 46,389 | #953 |
| Hilo | 43,263 | #1016 |
| Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam | 42,184 | #1047 |
| Aliamanu / Salt Lakes / Foster Village | 38,833 | #1148 |
| Kailua | 38,635 | #1154 |
Cities near Wailuku
- Kahului26,337 people · ~3 km away
- Kīhei20,881 people · ~15 km away
- East Honolulu49,914 people · ~133 km away
- Kailua38,635 people · ~140 km away
- Honolulu350,964 people · ~148 km away
- Aliamanu / Salt Lakes / Foster Village38,833 people · ~155 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wailuku?
Wailuku has a population of 15,313 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3049 biggest city in United States.
What state is Wailuku in?
Wailuku is located in Hawaii, United States.
Is Wailuku the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 7,683 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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