Nurse Informaticist jobs in Honolulu, HI
Pay for nurse informaticists in the Honolulu area centers on $66.68 per hour, or about $138,690 a year. The lower quarter earns under $50.22 and the upper quarter over $67.56. That ranks 11th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse informaticist pay, and 15th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu. The free report below lists employers near Honolulu and what they pay.
- $66.68median pay per hour, Urban Honolulu
- $50–$68typical range per hour
- 9,930nurse informaticists employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Informaticist pay in Honolulu, HI
The metro median is 2% above the Hawaii statewide median of $65.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 9,930 registered nurses employed in the Urban Honolulu metro area, 22.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.05).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.46 | $82,080 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $50.22 | $104,460 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Median | $66.68 | $138,690 | 48% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $67.56 | $140,520 | 50% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $70.42 | $146,470 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Honolulu ranks
- 11th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 15th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse informaticist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Honolulu
- Overall prices in Urban Honolulu run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% above the U.S. average (index 135.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $66.68 median hour buys what $60.09 buys at the national price level, 34% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $120,024
- Per month: $10,002
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Urban Honolulu metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Honolulu
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kuakini Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Straub Clinic And Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Queens Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Tripler Amc (Ft Shafter) Honolulu, HI | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Hawaii
Nurse informaticists connect clinical practice and health IT, improving workflows and EHR tools.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience plus informatics training or certification
- EHR build or analyst experience
Hawaii taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Honolulu
Honolulu city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do nurse informaticists make in Honolulu, HI?
Nurse Informaticists in the Urban Honolulu metro area have a median pay of $66.68 per hour, about $138,690 a year. The middle half earn between $50.22 and $67.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Honolulu a good place for nurse informaticists once cost of living is counted?
Urban Honolulu ranks 15th of 335 metro areas for nurse informaticist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 11th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse informaticists work in Honolulu?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Hawaii license to work in Honolulu as a nurse informaticist?
Hawaii is not in the Nurse Licensure Compact as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse licensed elsewhere applies to the Hawaii board for a license by endorsement before working here. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place nurse informaticists in Honolulu?
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- Denver HealthDenver, CO · 1 posting$152.07/ hr$138–$167
- Stanford Children's HealthMENLO PARK, CA · 1 posting$101.46/ hr$90–$113
- CommonSpirit HealthLOS ANGELES, CA · 1 posting$67.81/ hr$55–$81
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 1 posting$62.82/ hr$47–$78
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