Hawaii Federal Spending
Federal obligations data for all 5 counties — FY2024 from USASpending.gov
Avg Per-Capita Spending
$23,293
Avg Total Per County
$3.5B
Counties with Data
5 of 5
Highest Federal Spending
By total obligations — FY2024
Highest Per-Capita Spending
By spending per resident — FY2024
All Hawaii Counties
| County | Total Spending | Per Resident | Contracts | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu County | $13.1B | $13,048 | $5.2B | $1.9B |
| Maui County | $2.3B | $14,116 | $1.3B | $120M |
| Hawaii County | $1.6B | $7,919 | $74M | $223M |
| Kauai County | $677M | $9,203 | $89M | $152M |
| Kalawao County | $3M | $72,177 | $1M | $409,623 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Federal Spending in Hawaii
Which county in Hawaii receives the most federal funding?
Honolulu County receives the most total federal funding among Hawaii counties with $13.1B in FY2024 obligations.
What is the average per-capita federal spending in Hawaii?
The average per-capita federal spending across Hawaii counties is $23,293, which is 148% above the national average of $9,394.
Does Hawaii receive more or less federal money than the national average?
Hawaii counties average $23,293 in per-capita federal spending, placing the state above the national average of $9,394 per resident.
What types of federal spending flow into Hawaii counties?
Federal spending in Hawaii counties includes contracts (for goods and services purchased by federal agencies), grants (federal awards to local governments, nonprofits, and institutions), and other direct obligations. The breakdown varies significantly by county based on military presence, research institutions, and local government programs.
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Data: USASpending.gov — Federal Spending Data (FY2024) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.