Where is Laie, Hawaii, USA?

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Where is Laie Located? - Laie is a city located in the Honolulu County of Hawaii, United States. Laie lies between 39.9356 Degrees North latitudes and 91.4099 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Laie, Hawaii

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Where is Laie Located?

Laie is a city located in the Honolulu County of Hawaii, United States. Laie lies between 39.9356 Degrees North latitudes and 91.4099 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Laie city is 5963 people and the city has a total area of 1.34 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Laie, Hawaii Quick Facts

Property Details
CityLaie
CountyHonolulu County
StateHawaii
State CapitalHonolulu
US RegionWestern United States (Pacific)
Latitude21.6478° N
Longitude157.9253° W
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Land Area2.31 sq mi
Water Area0.21 sq mi
Total Area2.52 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)5,963
Population DensityApproximately 2,580 per sq mi
ZIP Code96762
Area Code808
Time Zone StandardHawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST, UTC−10)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code15-43625
IslandOʻahu

Transportation and Connectivity in Laie

Category Details
Nearest AirportDaniel K. Inouye International Airport
IATA CodeHNL
Major HighwayKamehameha Highway (HI-83)
Public TransitTheBus (City and County of Honolulu)
Nearest HarborHonolulu Harbor
Regional AccessDirect access to Kahuku, Hauʻula, Kāneʻohe, and Honolulu via Kamehameha Highway
  • Kamehameha Highway (HI-83): The principal roadway serving Laie and connecting communities along Oʻahu's northeastern coast.
  • Daniel K. Inouye International Airport: Located about 35 miles southwest, providing domestic and international air service.
  • TheBus: Honolulu's public bus system offers regular service between Laie, the North Shore, Windward Oʻahu, and Honolulu.
  • Scenic Coastal Access: The highway provides convenient travel to beaches, parks, and attractions throughout northeastern Oʻahu.

Top Places to Visit in Laie, Hawaii

Landmark Name Type
Polynesian Cultural CenterCultural Attraction
Laie Hawaii TempleReligious Landmark
Laie Point State WaysideScenic Lookout
Hukilau BeachBeach
Clissold's BeachBeach
Brigham Young University–Hawaii CampusUniversity Campus
Malaekahana BeachBeach
Gunstock RanchOutdoor Recreation
Kokololio Beach ParkBeach Park
Laie Falls TrailHiking Trail

Driving Distances from Laie, Hawaii to Nearby Communities

Destination Island Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
KahukuOʻahu510 minutes
HauʻulaOʻahu410 minutes
PunaluuOʻahu815 minutes
KaaawaOʻahu1320 minutes
KaneoheOʻahu2335 minutes
KailuaOʻahu2840 minutes
HaleiwaOʻahu2130 minutes
WaialuaOʻahu2840 minutes
Pearl CityOʻahu3450 minutes
HonoluluOʻahu3555 minutes

Colleges and Universities in and near Laie, Hawaii

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Brigham Young University–HawaiiPrivateUniversityInternational education, business, hospitality, intercultural studies, and liberal arts
Windward Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeLiberal arts, Hawaiian studies, veterinary technology, and environmental sciences
Kapiʻolani Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeHealth sciences, culinary arts, hospitality, and university transfer programs
University of Hawaiʻi at MānoaPublicResearch UniversityEngineering, marine biology, medicine, business, and Hawaiian studies
Hawaiʻi Pacific UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, nursing, marine science, and liberal arts

Waterbodies in Laie, Hawaii

Pacific Ocean, Hukilau Beach, Clissold's Beach, Malaekahana Bay, Kokololio Beach, Laie Bay, Wailele Stream, Punaluu Stream

Stadiums in Laie

Aloha Stadium (regional), BYU–Hawaii Athletic Field, Kahuku High School Football Stadium, Kailua High School Athletic Complex, War Memorial Natatorium (Honolulu)

Laie, Hawaii — Key Historical Facts

  • Laie was established as a plantation settlement during the nineteenth century and became closely associated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after land was acquired in 1865.
  • The Laie Hawaii Temple, dedicated in 1919, was the first Latter-day Saint temple built outside the contiguous United States and remains one of Hawaii's most significant religious landmarks.
  • Brigham Young University–Hawaii opened in 1955, attracting students from dozens of countries and helping establish Laie as an international educational center.
  • The Polynesian Cultural Center opened in 1963 and has become one of Hawaii's leading cultural attractions, showcasing the traditions of Pacific Island cultures.
  • Today, Laie is known for its multicultural community, educational institutions, scenic coastline, and its important role in preserving and sharing Polynesian heritage.

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