How much does a registered nurse make in Hawaii?
$136,300a year
Median yearly pay for registered nurses in Hawaii. That is $65.54 an hour or $11,360 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.54
- Vs. national median
- +40%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,500Median: $136,300Highest 10%: $147,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,500 | $39.66 | |
| 25th | $101,200 | $48.65 | |
| Median | $136,300 | $65.54 | |
| 75th | $144,100 | $69.30 | |
| 90th | $147,800 | $71.07 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $144,400 |
| Honolulu, HI | $139,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for registered nurses.
| 1. California | $140,300 |
| 2. Hawaii | $136,300 |
| 3. Oregon | $129,000 |
| 4. Washington | $124,200 |
| 5. Alaska | $109,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a registered nurse make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $65.54 ($136,300 a year).
Do registered nurses make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $136,300 against $97,550 nationally, 40% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for registered nurse pay?
Hawaii ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays registered nurses the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $144,400 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.