Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Hawaii | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $53,160 | $66,997 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.56 | $32.21 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $48,327.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Kindergarten Teacher in Hawaii is $53,160, or about $25.56 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Kindergarten Teachers is $66,997. Hawaii is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level kindergarten teachers in Hawaii typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 90 kindergarten teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $53,160, Hawaii offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.