How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make in Hawaii?
$44,070a year
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers in Hawaii. That is $21.19 an hour or $3,673 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.19
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,200Median: $44,070Highest 10%: $49,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,200 | $16.92 | |
| 25th | $36,330 | $17.47 | |
| Median | $44,070 | $21.19 | |
| 75th | $45,120 | $21.69 | |
| 90th | $49,400 | $23.75 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $49,200 |
| Honolulu, HI | $44,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers.
| 10. Oregon | $44,370 |
| 11. Connecticut | $44,250 |
| 12. Washington | $44,150 |
| 13. Hawaii | $44,070 |
| 14. Colorado | $38,900 |
| 15. Delaware | $38,610 |
| 16. Montana | $38,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $21.19 ($44,070 a year).
Do veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $44,070 against $38,150 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker pay?
Hawaii ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $49,200 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.