How much does a food preparation worker make in Hawaii?
$38,160a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Hawaii. That is $18.35 an hour or $3,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.35
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,950Median: $38,160Highest 10%: $57,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,950 | $14.40 | |
| 25th | $33,310 | $16.01 | |
| Median | $38,160 | $18.35 | |
| 75th | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| 90th | $57,720 | $27.75 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $46,680 |
| Honolulu, HI | $37,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 3. California | $39,350 |
| 4. Colorado | $38,960 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $38,900 |
| 6. Hawaii | $38,160 |
| 7. Oregon | $37,450 |
| 8. North Dakota | $36,800 |
| 9. New Hampshire | $36,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $18.35 ($38,160 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $38,160 against $35,320 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for food preparation worker pay?
Hawaii ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays food preparation workers the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $46,680 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.