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Wage Comparison in Hawaii
Compare Your Hawaii Salary
Hawaii offers unique salary considerations with higher wages to offset the high cost of living, particularly strong in tourism, military, agriculture, and renewable energy sectors, with Honolulu serving as the economic center.
- • Compare by Honolulu, Hilo, Kailua-Kona, and neighbor islands
- • Factor in Hawaii’s progressive state income tax
- • Consider tourism, military, and renewable energy sectors
Hawaii Salary Factors
Honolulu: Tourism, finance, government
Military: Pearl Harbor, defense contractors
Agriculture: Coffee, macadamia nuts, tropical fruits
Higher wages offset high cost of living
Average Salary in Hawaii
Hawaii Industry Averages
Hawaii’s economy is driven by tourism, military spending, agriculture, and renewable energy. The state offers higher salaries to compensate for the significantly higher cost of living compared to the mainland.
Tourism
$55,000
Average annual salary
Military/Defense
$85,000
Average annual salary
Healthcare
$78,000
Average annual salary
Renewable Energy
$82,000
Average annual salary
Hawaii Salary Factors
- • High cost of living adjustment
- • Tourism industry dominance
- • Military presence
- • Renewable energy growth
- • Remote location premium
- • Limited land development
Hawaii Minimum Wage
Hawaii State Minimum Wage
Hawaii has one of the highest minimum wages in the United States, reflecting the state’s high cost of living. The minimum wage is scheduled to increase gradually to help workers keep pace with living costs.
Hawaii Minimum Wage
$12.00
per hour (2025)
Annual Full-Time
$24,960
40 hours/week, 52 weeks
Hawaii vs Other States
Note: Hawaii’s minimum wage is scheduled to increase to $18/hour by 2028.
Hawaii Tax Information
Understanding Hawaii Taxes
Hawaii has a progressive state income tax system with rates ranging from 1.4% to 11%, one of the highest in the nation. The state also has a General Excise Tax (GET) instead of a traditional sales tax.
Federal Income Tax
Progressive rates from 10% to 37% based on income
Hawaii State Income Tax
Progressive rates from 1.4% to 11%
Social Security Tax
6.2% on income up to $168,600 (2025 limit)
Medicare Tax
1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000
Hawaii Tax Structure
State Income Tax Brackets (Single)
- • 1.4% on income up to $2,400
- • 3.2% on income $2,401 – $4,800
- • 5.5% on income $4,801 – $9,600
- • 6.4% on income $9,601 – $14,400
- • 6.8% on income $14,401 – $19,200
- • 7.2% on income $19,201 – $24,000
- • 7.6% on income $24,001 – $36,000
- • 7.9% on income $36,001 – $48,000
- • 8.25% on income $48,001 – $150,000
- • 9% on income $150,001 – $175,000
- • 10.25% on income $175,001 – $200,000
- • 11% on income over $200,000
General Excise Tax (GET)
Hawaii has a 4% GET on most business activities, often passed to consumers.
Standard Deduction
Hawaii offers standard deductions that help reduce taxable income.
Important Note
This calculator provides estimates. Consult a tax professional for personalized advice and accurate calculations.