Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Hawaii | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $85,280 | $62,569 | +36% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.00 | $30.08 | +36% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $77,527.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in Hawaii is $85,280, or about $41.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. Hawaii is +36% above the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in Hawaii typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,810 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $85,280, Hawaii offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.