After Maui Fires, Rents Dropped, But Money Is Tighter

Report shows Maui housing gains while jobs and incomes lag | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Three years after devastating wildfires swept through Maui, the island’s recovery is showing meaningful progress in housing — but economic challenges, including weak employment and lower household incomes, continue to weigh on fire-affected residents, according to a new report from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization.

After Maui Fires, Rents Dropped, But Money Is Tighter

A new report released Tuesday shows a mixed bag for Maui residents who are still reeling from the devastating fires three years ago.

Maui tourism employment still trails pre-fire levels despite visitor recovery

Visitor arrivals have recovered to 82% of pre-fire levels and hotel occupancy is up. But the workforce tells a different story.