Hawaii is divided into 5 counties, each with its own unique blend of culture, governance, and geography. These counties serve as the main local government divisions across the islands, handling public services and administration.

Interactive Map of All Hawaii Counties

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No. County Name Largest City/Town County Map & ZIP Code
1 Honolulu Honolulu Honolulu County Map Link
2 Hawaii Hilo Hawaii County Map Link
3 Maui Kahului Maui County Map Link
4 Kauai Kapaa Kauai County Map Link
5 Kalawao Kalaupapa Kalawao County Map Link

Hawaii County Map Download

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Hawaii County Map

Frequently Asked Questions

The largest county in Hawaii by land area is Hawaii County, also known as the Big Island.

Key facts:

  • County Name: Hawaii County
  • Island: Entire Island of Hawaii (The Big Island)
  • Land Area: Approximately 4,028 square miles (10,432 km²)
  • Largest Town: Hilo
  • Percentage of Hawaii State’s Land Area: Over 60%

Despite its size, Hawaii County is less densely populated than Honolulu County, which has the largest population.

The smallest county in Hawaii by land area and population is Kalawao County.

Key facts:

  • County Name: Kalawao County
  • Island: Located on the northern coast of Molokai
  • Land Area: Approximately 53 square miles (137 km²)
  • Population: Fewer than 100 residents (one of the least populated counties in the entire U.S.)
  • Largest Settlement: Kalaupapa
  • Unique Status:
    • It was established as a leprosy (Hansen’s disease) settlement in the 19th century.
    • The county has no elected government; it’s administered by the Hawaii Department of Health.

Kalawao County is historically significant and highly unique due to its isolated location and special governance structure.

Hawaii has 5 counties:

  1. Honolulu County – Covers the entire island of Oahu
  2. Hawaii County – Covers the Big Island (Island of Hawaii)
  3. Maui County – Includes the islands of Maui, Molokai (except Kalawao), Lanai, and Kahoolawe
  4. Kauai County – Includes Kauai and Niihau
  5. Kalawao County – A small, separate county on the northern coast of Molokai, originally established for a Hansen’s disease settlement

Source: Wikipedia, Census.gov