Hawaii’s 50
Top Cities for Fit Lifestyles
2020
Fitness and wellbeing gurus flock to Hawaii as a state that embraces healthy choices. Hawaii’s low-stress island lifestyle supports one of the lowest rates of anxiety in the United States. Water activities abound in this tropical island state, where inhabitants slow down to enjoy natural wonders. Organic foods are some of the only consumed products, adding further to its health culture.
Interesting things to know about Hawaii:
- Hawaii has one of the lowest obesity rates in the United States at 23.6%.
- Hawaii’s temperate environment aids in growing healthy veggies year round.
- Many Hawaiians practice environmental stewardship, building a healthy culture through nature practices.
The percentage of adults who report excessive drinking. Heavy drinking is linked to higher blood pressure, poorer liver function, increased stroke risk and larger waistlines.
The percentage of adults who report lack of physical activity.
The percentage of adults who report a BMI — or body mass index — above 30%. Higher BMI may be an indicator of greater risk to physical health.
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East Honolulu, HI
Ocean Pointe, HI
Mililani Mauka, HI
Royal Kunia, HI
Makakilo, HI
Aiea, HI
Ahuimanu, HI
Ewa Gentry, HI
Kapolei, HI
Kaneohe, HI
Waikele, HI
Laie, HI
Halawa, HI
Mililani Town, HI
Pearl City, HI
Ewa Beach, HI
Waipio, HI
Ewa Villages, HI
Waimanalo, HI
Waimalu, HI
Waipahu, HI
Hickam Housing, HI
Maili, HI
Waipio Acres, HI
Honolulu, HI
Nanakuli, HI
Schofield Barracks, HI
Waianae, HI
Wahiawa, HI
Kaneohe Station, HI
Makaha, HI
Kalaheo, HI
Wailua Homesteads, HI
Kapaa, HI
Waihee-Waiehu, HI
Lihue, HI
Haiku-Pauwela, HI
Kula, HI
Hanamaulu, HI
Pukalani, HI
Kahului, HI
Lahaina, HI
Kihei, HI
Makawao, HI
Wailuku, HI
Wailea, HI
Napili-Honokowai, HI
Holualoa, HI
Waikoloa Village, HI
Waimea, HI
Didn’t Find Your City in the Top 50?
Rank | City | Population | Exercise Opportunities | Physical Inactivity | Healthy Food Access | Obesity | Air Pollution (PM2.5) | Smoking | Drinking | Physical Distress | Fit Score |
51 | Kalaoa | 11107 | 700 | 200 | 130 | 240 | 0 | 150 | 220 | 3.8 | 70.13 |
52 | Kailua | 14140 | 700 | 200 | 130 | 240 | 0 | 150 | 220 | 3.8 | 70.05 |
53 | Hilo | 45703 | 700 | 200 | 130 | 240 | 0 | 150 | 220 | 3.8 | 69.69 |
54 | Hawaiian Paradise Park | 11564 | 700 | 200 | 130 | 240 | 0 | 150 | 220 | 3.8 | 69.5 |
55 | Hawaiian Beaches | 5302 | 700 | 200 | 130 | 240 | 0 | 150 | 220 | 3.8 | 69.1 |
How Did We Determine the Top Cities for Fit Lifestyles?
We compiled our list of Best Cities for for Fit Lifestyle by looking at 11 key metrics backed by scientific research. Keep reading to find out which metrics we chose and how they affect slumber.