Currently, Hawally is home to many of the Arab populations in Kuwait including Egyptians, Syrians, Iraqis and Lebanese.

The settlement was first established in the 7th century around fresh water wells that were dug during Al-Ala al-Hadhrami's time in what is now Kuwait and later officially became a city in 1906 during Al Sabah's rule.

As of 2022, the population of Hawally is estimated to be 218,141[1] Hawally is home to Qadsia SC and Mohammed Al-Hamad Stadium, Its football stadium is one of the most famous in Kuwait and is a popular venue for many international matches that happen within the region.

It is also where questions are asked for rewards of over 50 KD daily in Ramadan There are several educational institutions located in Hawally.

Notably among these are the Indian, Arab, and Pakistani schools present in the area serving their respective communities.