How much does a cook make in Hawaii?
$39,870a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Hawaii. That is $19.17 an hour or $3,323 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.17
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 33
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,430Median: $39,870Highest 10%: $49,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,430 | $16.55 | |
| 25th | $36,780 | $17.68 | |
| Median | $39,870 | $19.17 | |
| 75th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 90th | $49,940 | $24.01 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $39,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 13. Oregon | $42,020 |
| 14. Arizona | $41,740 |
| 15. Vermont | $41,250 |
| 16. Hawaii | $39,870 |
| 17. Florida | $39,520 |
| 18. Connecticut | $37,190 |
| 19. Michigan | $37,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $19.17 ($39,870 a year).
Do cooks make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $39,870 against $37,690 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for cook pay?
Hawaii ranks 16 of 33 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays cooks the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $39,870 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.