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Wainiha, Hawaii






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Coordinates: 22°12′39″N 159°32′36″W / 22.21083°N 159.54333°W / 22.21083; -159.54333
  
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Wainiha is a community section in the Hanalei district of northern Kauai. It had a total population of 419 at the 2020 census.

Geography

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Wainiha is on the northern coast of Kauai and includes a bay and canal. The terrain is varied and also includes a cliff (pali), river, and valley.[1] Wainiha is 25.49 square miles. The Lumaha'i River enters the sea just to the east at Lumahai Beach.

Community demographics

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According to the 2010 census, Wainiha is home to 318 people.[citation needed] The population density is 14 people per square mile. The median household income is $53,097.

Etymology

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The name is Hawaiian and literally translates to "unfriendly water", probably referring to the coastline's treacherous currents.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Pukui, Mary Kawena. Place Names of Hawaii. University of Hawaii Press. ISBN 0-8248-0524-0.
  • ^ Pukui, Mary Kawena. Place Names of Hawaii. University of Hawaii Press. ISBN 0-8248-0524-0 [page needed]
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