How much does a life make in Hawaii?
$50,880a year
Median yearly pay for lifes in Hawaii. That is $24.46 an hour or $4,240 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.46
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,050
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,850Median: $50,880Highest 10%: $81,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,850 | $15.79 | |
| 25th | $40,800 | $19.62 | |
| Median | $50,880 | $24.46 | |
| 75th | $64,250 | $30.89 | |
| 90th | $81,120 | $39.00 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $52,420 |
| Honolulu, HI | $50,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifes.
| 37. Louisiana | $53,360 |
| 38. Montana | $52,260 |
| 39. South Dakota | $51,630 |
| 40. Hawaii | $50,880 |
| 41. Idaho | $50,600 |
| 42. Iowa | $50,480 |
| 43. Missouri | $50,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $24.46 ($50,880 a year).
Do lifes make more in Hawaii than the national average?
No: $50,880 against $62,280 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Hawaii rank for life pay?
Hawaii ranks 40 of 50 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays lifes the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $52,420 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.