How much does a food server make in Hawaii?
$37,920a year
Median yearly pay for food servers in Hawaii. That is $18.23 an hour or $3,160 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.23
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,250Median: $37,920Highest 10%: $68,170
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,250 | $15.02 | |
| 25th | $33,990 | $16.34 | |
| Median | $37,920 | $18.23 | |
| 75th | $58,090 | $27.93 | |
| 90th | $68,170 | $32.77 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $62,960 |
| Honolulu, HI | $36,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food servers.
| 4. Washington | $38,870 |
| 5. Alaska | $38,090 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $37,920 |
| 7. Hawaii | $37,920 |
| 8. Maine | $37,680 |
| 9. Vermont | $37,540 |
| 10. North Dakota | $36,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food server make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $18.23 ($37,920 a year).
Do food servers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $37,920 against $35,360 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for food server pay?
Hawaii ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays food servers the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $62,960 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.