Where is Kihei, Hawaii, USA?

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Where is Kihei Located? - Kihei is a city located in the Maui County of Hawaii, United States. Kihei lies between 40.6936488 Degrees North latitudes and 89.5889864 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Kihei, Hawaii

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Where is Kihei Located?

Kihei is a city located in the Maui County of Hawaii, United States. Kihei lies between 40.6936488 Degrees North latitudes and 89.5889864 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Kihei city is 21423 people and the city has a total area of 9.36 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Kihei, Hawaii Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CommunityKihei (Census-Designated Place)
CountyMaui County
StateHawaii
State CapitalHonolulu
US RegionWestern United States (Pacific)
Latitude20.7850° N
Longitude156.4656° W
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Land Area11.68 sq mi
Water Area0.26 sq mi
Total Area11.94 sq mi
Population (Latest Census Year)21,423 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 1,834 per sq mi
ZIP Code96753
Area Code808
Time Zone StandardHawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST, UTC−10)
Time Zone DaylightHawaii does not observe Daylight Saving Time
CurrencyU.S. Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code15-36750
Congressional DistrictHawaii's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Kihei, Hawaii

  • Wailea, Hawaii - South - 4 mi
  • Maalaea, Hawaii - North - 7 mi
  • Kahului, Hawaii - North - 12 mi
  • Wailuku, Hawaii - North - 14 mi
  • Pukalani, Hawaii - Northeast - 16 mi
  • Makawao, Hawaii - Northeast - 18 mi
  • Paia, Hawaii - Northeast - 20 mi
  • Lahaina, Hawaii - Northwest - 27 mi
  • Kapalua, Hawaii - Northwest - 36 mi
  • Hana, Hawaii - East - 74 mi

Driving Distances from Kihei, Hawaii

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
WaileaHawaii410 minutes
MaalaeaHawaii715 minutes
KahuluiHawaii1220 minutes
WailukuHawaii1425 minutes
PukalaniHawaii1630 minutes
MakawaoHawaii1835 minutes
PaiaHawaii2035 minutes
LahainaHawaii2745 minutes
KapaluaHawaii361 hour
HanaHawaii742 hours 30 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Kihei, Hawaii

TransportationDetails
Airport NameKahului Airport
IATA CodeOGG
PortKahului Harbor
Major HighwaysState Route 31 (Piʻilani Highway), State Route 310, South Kihei Road
Train ServiceNo passenger rail service
Local TransitMaui Bus Public Transit
  • Kahului Airport, about 12 miles away, provides regular interisland and mainland U.S. flights.
  • Piʻilani Highway serves as the primary roadway connecting Kihei with Kahului, Wailea, and Upcountry Maui.
  • Maui Bus operates public transportation linking Kihei with Kahului, Wailuku, Maalaea, and other communities.
  • Kahului Harbor is the island's principal commercial seaport for cargo and cruise operations.
  • Kihei's oceanfront roads, walking paths, and cycling routes make it easy to explore the South Maui coastline.

What are top Places to Visit in Kihei, Hawaii

Landmark NameType
Kamaole Beach Park IBeach Park
Kamaole Beach Park IIBeach Park
Kamaole Beach Park IIIBeach Park
Keawakapu BeachBeach
Kalama Beach ParkCommunity Park
Waipuilani ParkBeachfront Park
Mokapu BeachBeach
Kealia Pond National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Refuge
Molokini CraterMarine Nature Reserve
Mākena State ParkState Park

Colleges and Universities in Kihei, Hawaii

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Hawaii Maui CollegePublicCommunity CollegeLiberal arts, applied sciences, nursing, and workforce education
Maui Culinary Academy (UH Maui College)PublicSpecialized ProgramCulinary arts and hospitality education
Brigham Young University–HawaiiPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, and multicultural education
University of Hawaii at ManoaPublicUniversityResearch, marine science, engineering, and graduate studies
Chaminade University of HonoluluPrivateUniversityBusiness, education, criminal justice, and health sciences

Waterbodies in Kihei, Hawaii

Kihei lies along the Pacific Ocean on Maui's southwest coast and is bordered by the ʻAlalākeiki Channel. Other nearby waterbodies include Maalaea Bay, Kealia Pond, Molokini Crater Marine Preserve, Wailea Beach, Kamaole Beach shoreline, and the waters surrounding Kahoʻolawe Island.

Golf Courses in Kihei, Hawaii

Maui Nui Golf Club, Wailea Blue Golf Course, Wailea Emerald Golf Course, Wailea Gold Golf Course, Makena Golf & Beach Club (private), and King Kamehameha Golf Club.

Kihei, Hawaii — Key Historical Facts

  • Kihei was traditionally used by Native Hawaiians for fishing, agriculture, and coastal settlements long before Western contact.
  • The area's warm, dry climate supported early cattle ranching and later sugar plantation operations that contributed to Maui's economy.
  • Construction of improved highways during the twentieth century enhanced access to South Maui and encouraged residential growth.
  • From the 1970s onward, Kihei developed into one of Maui's leading resort and vacation destinations with numerous beachfront communities.
  • Today, Kihei is recognized for its beautiful beaches, marine recreation, whale watching, and its central role in South Maui's tourism industry.

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