How much does a security guard make in Hawaii?
$42,820a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Hawaii. That is $20.59 an hour or $3,568 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.59
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,140Median: $42,820Highest 10%: $58,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,140 | $16.89 | |
| 25th | $37,140 | $17.86 | |
| Median | $42,820 | $20.59 | |
| 75th | $46,160 | $22.19 | |
| 90th | $58,840 | $28.29 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $48,690 |
| Honolulu, HI | $42,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 11. Minnesota | $43,380 |
| 12. New Mexico | $43,320 |
| 13. California | $43,240 |
| 14. Hawaii | $42,820 |
| 15. Utah | $42,700 |
| 16. Missouri | $40,390 |
| 17. Connecticut | $39,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $20.59 ($42,820 a year).
Do security guards make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $42,820 against $38,020 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for security guard pay?
Hawaii ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays security guards the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $48,690 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.