Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Hawaii | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $83,820 | $79,739 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.30 | $38.34 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $76,200.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Hawaii is $83,820, or about $40.30 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Hawaii is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Hawaii typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,420 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $83,820, Hawaii offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.