Waiters and Waitresses Salary in Hawaii
Waiters and Waitresses in Hawaii earn a median of $62,390 a year, +77% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,390
- vs. U.S. median
- +77% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 14,090
Pay range in Hawaii
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,120; the top 10% earn over $119,870. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near Hawaii
Similar jobs in Hawaii
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$47,070 median in Hawaii
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$30,640 median in Hawaii
- Bartenders$76,490 median in Hawaii
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$35,250 median in Hawaii
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$37,920 median in Hawaii
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$51,200 median in Hawaii
Waiters and Waitresses pay in Hawaii
How much do waiters and waitresses make in Hawaii?
The median is $62,390 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,120 and the top 10% earn over $119,870. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Hawaii a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+77% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.