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| City | Ewa Gentry |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) |
| Latitude | 21.3344 |
| Longitude | -158.0262 |
| Population | 25,707 |
| Density | 4662.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 96706 |
| Area Code | 808 |
| County Seat | Honolulu |
| School District | Hawaii Department of Education |
Ewa Gentry occupies a landscape where the warm trade winds continuously brush against the low-lying plains. It lies 1.4 miles north of Ocean Pointe, HI (from Ocean Pointe, HI: bearing 7°T), and is situated 4.4 miles west of East Honolulu. The horizon toward the east is defined by the distant, hazy silhouette of the Koolau Range, which anchors the skyline against the vast Pacific Ocean situated two miles to the south. Local topography remains largely defined by the presence of Honouliuli Stream, which carves a path through the earth, while the nearby Hunehune Gulch offers a deeper perspective of the terrain. Residents often find respite in the open spaces of Geiger Community Park, a local fixture that provides a green reprieve from the surrounding development. During the quiet hours of dusk, the light here catches the foliage in a way that turns the atmosphere a soft, bruised gold, reflecting the island's enduring connection to the sea.
Ewa Gentry emerged from the transformation of vast tracts that once functioned as the lifeblood of the regional economy, shifting from the era of sugarcane and pineapple into a modern residential landscape. While the echoes of those agricultural days remain in the collective memory of the older inhabitants, the current economy relies on a diverse array of service, retail, and professional sectors. The legacy of the land is still felt through the remnants of taro lo'i and the quiet dignity of labor that defined earlier generations. Industry here is characterized by a steady, methodical pace, supporting the families who have made Ewa Gentry their permanent residence. This evolution reflects a broader shift across the islands, where the focus has transitioned from large-scale cultivation to the demands of a contemporary, interconnected workforce.
Cultural character in Ewa Gentry is defined by a deep sense of kuleana, a shared responsibility to the land and the people who inhabit it. The proximity to Laulaunui Island and the nearby Pearl Harbor Historic Trail encourages an appreciation for the complex Polynesian voyaging history that shaped the identity of the entire archipelago. While the area is primarily a residential center, the spirit of the place is punctuated by local gatherings that emphasize community bonds and the celebration of regional traditions. The nearby Okiokiolepe Pond serves as a reminder of the delicate balance required to maintain natural features within a growing modern environment. Residents maintain a lifestyle that balances the convenience of modern amenities with a profound respect for the volcanic origins and natural rhythms of the island.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ewa Gentry, Hawaii. Coordinates: 21.3344, -158.0262. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Ewa Gentry includes the ZIP code (96706), telephone area code (808), county seat of Honolulu County (Honolulu), and school district assignment (Hawaii Department of Education).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |