How much does a waiter and waitress make in Hawaii?
$62,390a year
Median yearly pay for waiter and waitresss in Hawaii. That is $30.00 an hour or $5,199 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.00
- Vs. national median
- +77%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 14,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,120Median: $62,390Highest 10%: $119,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,120 | $14.00 | |
| 25th | $30,090 | $14.47 | |
| Median | $62,390 | $30.00 | |
| 75th | $96,010 | $46.16 | |
| 90th | $119,900 | $57.63 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $82,550 |
| Honolulu, HI | $60,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for waiter and waitresss.
| 1. Hawaii | $62,390 |
| 2. Vermont | $59,140 |
| 3. Washington | $56,130 |
| 4. Oregon | $48,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a waiter and waitress make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $30.00 ($62,390 a year).
Do waiter and waitresss make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $62,390 against $35,230 nationally, 77% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for waiter and waitress pay?
Hawaii ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays waiter and waitresss the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $82,550 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.