How much does a cook make in Hawaii?
$43,110a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Hawaii. That is $20.73 an hour or $3,593 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.73
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,840Median: $43,110Highest 10%: $61,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,840 | $17.71 | |
| 25th | $38,600 | $18.56 | |
| Median | $43,110 | $20.73 | |
| 75th | $46,620 | $22.41 | |
| 90th | $61,640 | $29.63 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $48,140 |
| Honolulu, HI | $40,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 1. Arizona | $46,630 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $46,250 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $44,290 |
| 4. Hawaii | $43,110 |
| 5. California | $42,930 |
| 6. Washington | $42,760 |
| 7. Colorado | $42,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $20.73 ($43,110 a year).
Do cooks make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $43,110 against $35,880 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for cook pay?
Hawaii ranks 4 of 49 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays cooks the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $48,140 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.