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How many cars are there in Hawaii?

Do many people own cars in Hawaii? It doesn’t really seem necessary if you’re living on an island, but I guess some people might need them for work.

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
While it might not seem necessary, people do own cars in the Aloha State! There are 483,669 cars in [Hawaii](​​
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as of the 2020 census, which is more than Alaska and Wyoming combined. Hawaii offers public transportation too, but it’s still useful to have a vehicle if you live there.
While you won’t necessarily need a car if you’re just planning to vacation in Hawaii, it’s useful to have one if you’re a resident. The islands are larger than they appear to be on most maps, and having a car is necessary for things like travel, grocery shopping, and visiting friends and family—just like in many other states.
Even some tourists will rent cars in Hawaii in order to visit specific attractions or just to have the freedom to explore.
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