How much does a designer make in Hawaii?
$85,700a year
Median yearly pay for designers in Hawaii. That is $41.20 an hour or $7,142 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.20
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 26
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,890Median: $85,700Highest 10%: $102,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,890 | $21.10 | |
| 25th | $43,890 | $21.10 | |
| Median | $85,700 | $41.20 | |
| 75th | $102,300 | $49.18 | |
| 90th | $102,400 | $49.21 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $43,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for designers.
| 1. New Hampshire | $94,660 |
| 2. New York | $86,030 |
| 3. Hawaii | $85,700 |
| 4. South Carolina | $83,980 |
| 5. Illinois | $77,460 |
| 6. Nevada | $75,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a designer make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $41.20 ($85,700 a year).
Do designers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $85,700 against $64,950 nationally, 32% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for designer pay?
Hawaii ranks 3 of 26 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays designers the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $43,890 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.