Registered Nurse salary in Hawaii
Registered Nurses in Hawaii earn a median of $65.54 per hour, about $136,320 a year, 46% above the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $49.75 and $66.97 per hour. The highest median among Hawaii metro areas is in Kahului-Wailuku, HI, at $66.97 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $65.54median pay per hour
- $136,320median pay per year
- 13,100registered nurses employed in Hawaii
- #2of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Hawaii: percentiles
| Level | Hawaii per hour | Hawaii per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $39.60 | $82,370 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $49.75 | $103,480 | $37.79 |
| Median | $65.54 | $136,320 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $66.97 | $139,300 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $70.42 | $146,470 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Hawaii
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Hawaii median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $66.97 | $139,310 | 1,170 | 2% above | — |
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $66.68 | $138,690 | 9,930 | 2% above | $60.09 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
What employers are posting in Hawaii
- 4roles with published pay
- $51.25median pay per hour
- $40–$67typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Fresenius Medical Care | 3 | $51 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $63.87 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 4 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Hawaii?
The median is $65.54 per hour, about $136,320 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $39.60 and the top 10% earn over $70.42 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Hawaii city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Hawaii metro areas, Kahului-Wailuku, HI has the highest median at $66.97 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Hawaii rank for registered nurse pay?
Hawaii ranks 2nd of 50 states by median registered nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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