How much does a preschool teacher make in Hawaii?
$48,780a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Hawaii. That is $23.45 an hour or $4,065 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.45
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,160Median: $48,780Highest 10%: $64,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,160 | $17.87 | |
| 25th | $41,280 | $19.85 | |
| Median | $48,780 | $23.45 | |
| 75th | $58,270 | $28.01 | |
| 90th | $64,110 | $30.82 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $55,340 |
| Honolulu, HI | $48,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $62,150 |
| 2. Vermont | $49,730 |
| 3. Hawaii | $48,780 |
| 4. New Jersey | $48,220 |
| 5. Kansas | $47,750 |
| 6. California | $47,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $23.45 ($48,780 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $48,780 against $38,140 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for preschool teacher pay?
Hawaii ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays preschool teachers the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $55,340 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.