The Hawaii minimum wage for 2026 is $16.00 per hour. Scheduled to increase to $18.00 on January 1, 2028.
A tip credit of $1.25 is allowed only if the worker's wage plus tips is at least $7.00 above the minimum wage.
Wage rates for 2026
Overtime & premium pay
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Weekly | 40 hours (1.5x) |
An employee guaranteed $4,000 or more in monthly compensation is exempt from the state minimum wage and overtime law.
Related labor laws in Hawaii
Paid sick leave
Not required by state law.
Overtime
Overtime is required after 40 hours (1.5x) in a week. An employee guaranteed $4,000 or more in monthly compensation is exempt from the state minimum wage and overtime law.
Pay frequency & final paycheck
Rules for how often employees must be paid and when a final paycheck is due vary. Confirm the current requirements with the Hawaii Department of Labor.
Meal & rest breaks
Whether a meal break or paid rest break is required, and whether that time is paid, follows Hawaii and federal rules.
Time off to vote
Whether employees get time off to vote, and whether it is paid, is set by state election law.
Jury duty
Your job is protected during jury service. Whether the employer must pay you depends on the state.
Bereavement leave
Only six states require bereavement or funeral leave. Many employers offer it voluntarily.
As of 2026, no city or county in Hawaii sets a minimum wage above the state rate, so the statewide $16.00 applies everywhere.