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City	Wailuku
State	Hawaii (HI)
County	Maui County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu)

Latitude	20.889608
Longitude	-156.50106
Population	17,697
Density	1297.8 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	96793
Area Code	808
County Seat	Wailuku
School District	Hawaii Department of Education

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About Wailuku, Hawaii

Wailuku is a locality in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of 17,697. The population density is 1297.8 people per km². Wailuku is located at 20.8896°N, 156.5011°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96793.

Wailuku remains a place where the persistent flow of the ʻĪao Stream defines the very rhythm of the landscape. It lies 1.8 miles west-northwest of Kahului, HI (from Kahului, HI: bearing 286°T), and is situated 2.0 miles south of Waihee-Waiehu. The town serves as a gateway to the lush, emerald depths of the ʻĪao Valley, which rises abruptly toward the clouds. To the east, the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean lies only a mile away, its salt-heavy air tempering the heat of the afternoon sun. While the distant silhouette of Haleakala dominates the horizon, the immediate surroundings are defined by the State Department of Land State Resource Management Area, which preserves the rugged integrity of the terrain. The nearby Mill Reservoir offers a quiet stillness, reflecting the shifting light as the trade winds move across the valley floor.

Wailuku reflects a history deeply rooted in the transition from the labor of sugarcane and pineapple fields to the modern complexities of a shifting economy. The legacy of these industries lingers in the architecture of the older streets, where once-bustling storefronts now house a diverse array of local businesses and government offices. Residents often recall the era when the rhythm of life was dictated by the harvest, a memory that informs the town’s current approach to commerce and regional development. Despite the passing of the plantation era, the spirit of kuleana continues to guide the way the community manages its resources and plans for the future. The local economy now balances the needs of a growing administrative hub with a renewed focus on preserving the unique fiber of its cultural heritage.

Wailuku maintains a character that is defined by its deep sense of place and a quiet, deliberate pace of daily life. The town acts as a center for the arts and cultural preservation, drawing visitors who seek to understand the history of the eight main islands. Landmarks throughout the streets tell stories of Polynesian voyaging and the endurance of traditions that have survived into the modern day. Notable figures such as the renowned musician Kealiʻi Reichel have long called this region home, their work capturing the essence of the surrounding mountains and the deep blue of the Pacific Ocean. During local events, the scent of plumeria often hangs heavy in the air, reminding those who gather of the enduring connection between the people and the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Iao Theater (Theatre) — 0.1 mi, 254° W
Wells Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 168° S
Maui Community Theater (Theatre) — 0.3 mi, 307° NW
Hale Ho'ike'ike at the Bailey House Museum (Maui Historical Society) (Museum) — 0.5 mi, 236° SW
War Memorial Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 069° E
Iron Maehere Stadium (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 067° NE
Kepuolani Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 092° E
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 078° E
Kahului Beach & Boat Ramp (State Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 067° NE
Kaahumanu Six Plex (Cinema) — 1.7 mi, 096° E
West Maui Forest Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 327° NW
Maui Mall Megaplex Cinema (Cinema) — 2.4 mi, 088° E
Kanaha Pond Wildlife Sanctuary (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 086° E
Maui Tropical Plantation (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 187° S
Needle Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 3.0 mi, 258° W
Quarter-Mile Falls Trailhead (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 257° W
Maui Releasing The Sun (Public Artwork) — 4.1 mi, 086° E
Sunflower field (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 180° S
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 6.3 mi, 176° S
Maui Ocean Center (Aquarium) — 6.7 mi, 186° S
Captain George Vancouver Monument (Monument) — 8.8 mi, 162° S
Launiupoko State Park (State Park) — 10.4 mi, 254° W
The Village Galleries (Gallery) — 11.5 mi, 264° W
Baldwin Home Museum (Museum) — 11.5 mi, 264° W
James Colemann Gallery Lahaina (Gallery) — 11.5 mi, 264° W
Hauola Stone (Monument) — 11.5 mi, 264° W
Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center (Gallery) — 11.7 mi, 096° E
Makena State Park (State Park) — 17.5 mi, 168° S
Haleakala National Park (National Park) — 18.4 mi, 116° SE · 34k acres
Haleakala Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 20.1 mi, 125° SE · 24k acres

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