List of counties in Hawaii
Hawaii Counties
Hawaii, the 50th state of the United States, is composed of five counties: Honolulu County, Hawaii County, Maui County, Kauai County, and Kalawao County. Each county has its unique characteristics in terms of size, population, and healthcare facilities.
Honolulu County
Honolulu County[edit | edit source]
Honolulu County is the most populous county in Hawaii and covers the entire island of Oahu. The county is home to the state's capital, Honolulu, and is the primary gateway to Hawaii.
Population[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, the population of Honolulu County was approximately 1,016,508.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
Honolulu County boasts numerous healthcare facilities, including the Queen's Medical Center, Kapiolani Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center. These facilities provide a wide range of medical services to the residents of the county.
Hawaii County
Hawaii County[edit | edit source]
Hawaii County, also known as the Big Island, is the largest county in terms of land area.
Population[edit | edit source]
The population of Hawaii County was approximately 201,513 as of the 2020 census.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
Hawaii County is served by several healthcare facilities, including Hilo Medical Center, Kona Community Hospital, and North Hawaii Community Hospital.
Maui County
Maui County[edit | edit source]
Maui County includes the islands of Maui, Lanai, Molokai (except for a portion of Molokai that comprises Kalawao County), Kahoolawe, and Molokini.
Population[edit | edit source]
The population of Maui County was approximately 167,417 as of the 2020 census.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
Healthcare facilities in Maui County include Maui Memorial Medical Center, Molokai General Hospital, and Lanai Community Hospital.
Kauai County
Kauai County[edit | edit source]
Kauai County includes the islands of Kauai and Niihau.
Population[edit | edit source]
The population of Kauai County was approximately 72,293 as of the 2020 census.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
Kauai County is served by Wilcox Medical Center and Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital.
Kalawao County
Kalawao County[edit | edit source]
Kalawao County, the smallest county in Hawaii in terms of land area, is unique in that it is the only county in the United States that has no elected government. It is also home to the Kalaupapa National Historical Park.
Population[edit | edit source]
The population of Kalawao County was approximately 86 as of the 2020 census, making it the smallest county in Hawaii in terms of population.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
Due to its small population, Kalawao County does not have major healthcare facilities. However, it does have a small clinic within the Kalaupapa National Historical Park to cater to the healthcare needs of its residents.
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