How much does an animal caretaker make in Hawaii?
$40,130a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Hawaii. That is $19.29 an hour or $3,344 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.29
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,100Median: $40,130Highest 10%: $66,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,100 | $14.95 | |
| 25th | $32,910 | $15.82 | |
| Median | $40,130 | $19.29 | |
| 75th | $51,810 | $24.91 | |
| 90th | $66,200 | $31.83 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $46,270 |
| Honolulu, HI | $37,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $44,210 |
| 2. Washington | $40,570 |
| 3. Hawaii | $40,130 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $39,650 |
| 5. California | $38,700 |
| 6. Arizona | $38,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $19.29 ($40,130 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $40,130 against $35,360 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for animal caretaker pay?
Hawaii ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays animal caretakers the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $46,270 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.