Hawaii wages
West region · all-occupation average · gross annual wage · BLS OEWS May 2024
Across all occupations, Hawaii has a median annual wage of $53,260 and a mean of $68,280 (BLS OEWS, May 2024) — +7.6% versus the $49,500 US median. That makes it #17 of 51 states by mean wage. About 620,930 people are employed here. The highest-paying tracked job in Hawaii is Family Medicine Physicians ($222,790 median). Wages are gross (pre-tax) and vary by employer and experience.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Common jobs in Hawaii: pay vs the US
Median annual wage in Hawaii for widely-searched occupations, next to the national median:
| Occupation | Hawaii median | US median | Hawaii jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | $119,880 | $133,080 | 1,940 |
| Registered Nurses | $136,320 | $93,600 | 13,100 |
| Electricians | $83,200 | $62,350 | 3,020 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $59,320 | $57,440 | 4,100 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $67,820 | $81,680 | 4,940 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $60,420 | $62,340 | 5,270 |
| Lawyers | $116,010 | $151,160 | 2,430 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $78,540 | $62,970 | 2,640 |
| Pharmacists | $150,710 | $137,480 | 1,310 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $89,390 | $76,290 | 2,390 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Software Developers · Registered Nurses · Electricians · Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers · Accountants and Auditors · Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education · Lawyers · Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters · Pharmacists · Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Highest-paying tracked jobs in Hawaii
The best-paid of the 124 curated occupations in Hawaii, by median wage:
| # | Occupation | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Family Medicine Physicians | $222,790 | $209,870 |
| 2 | Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $203,290 | $208,360 |
| 3 | Physician Assistants | $163,020 | $143,000 |
| 4 | Pharmacists | $150,710 | $147,650 |
| 5 | Database Architects | $149,500 | $150,190 |
| 6 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $148,620 | $145,340 |
| 7 | Computer and Information Research Scientists | $140,150 | $140,140 |
| 8 | Dentists, General | $139,990 | $136,200 |
| 9 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $138,020 | $153,230 |
| 10 | Registered Nurses | $136,320 | $123,720 |
| 11 | Aerospace Engineers | $134,910 | $153,730 |
| 12 | Nurse Practitioners | $130,940 | $135,020 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Data as of OEWS May 2024 (BLS), retrieved June 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average wage in Hawaii?
The median annual wage across all occupations in Hawaii is $53,260 and the mean is $68,280 (BLS OEWS, May 2024), which is +7.6% versus the US median of $49,500. Hawaii ranks #17 of 51 states by mean wage.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Hawaii?
Among tracked occupations, the highest-paying in Hawaii include Family Medicine Physicians ($222,790), Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates ($203,290), Physician Assistants ($163,020). See the full list on this page.
Are Hawaii wages before or after tax?
These are gross wages from the BLS OEWS survey, before income and payroll tax. Hawaii's state income tax (if any), federal tax and deductions reduce take-home pay. Use a paycheck calculator for after-tax figures.
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Sources & accuracy
Wages: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024, gross annual wages, U.S. public domain, retrieved June 2026. These are statewide survey estimates before tax; pay varies by metro, employer and experience, and cost of living differs widely within Hawaii. Information only, not financial advice. See our methodology.
Last updated: 2026-06-20