Resources List

Quality of Life

Civil Beat | March 2023

The Challenge of Making it in Hawaii-

Explores the hardships faced by individuals trying to establish a life in Hawaii, including the soaring cost of living, the lack of affordable housing, and the limited job opportunities that hinder people’s ability to thrive and succeed in the state.

US Census Bureau | December 2022

Maui County Demographic Census Data

The U.S. Census demographic data provides information on Maui County’s population, including age, race, ethnicity, gender, household composition, educational attainment, and other key characteristics,

DBEDT | November 2022

Quality of Life in Hawaii 2022 Update

The report provides an update to the Quality of Life (QOL) indicators for Hawai‘i, focusing on the well-being of the community economic, education, environment, health, housing, transportation, and social related issues.

Maui County Office Of Climate Change, Resiliency, and Sustainability | November 2022

Climate Action & Resiliency Plan Maui County 2022 Status Report

The report emphasizes the urgent need for collective action against climate change in Maui County, highlighting its disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities. .

Civil Beat | January 2022

Hawaii’s population drain outpaces most states – again

Hawaii unfortunately leads most states in population decline, driven by the high cost of living, which makes it challenging for residents to afford housing and maintain a comfortable lifestyle and limited job opportunities.

MEO | May 2020

MEO Community Needs Assessment and Community Action Plan

Explores causes of poverty, community needs, and satisfaction with existing social services, aiming to develop strategies that improve the Maui County community’s economic independence and sustainability.