Hawaii labor laws
The pay and leave rules Hawaii employers most often ask about: posting salary ranges, paid sick leave, overtime and state leave programs.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: labor.hawaii.gov, dol.gov.
RequiredPay ranges in job ads
NoStatewide paid sick leave
YesState paid leave or disability program
$16.00Minimum wage
Pay transparency
Status: in effect since January 1, 2024. Who's covered: 50+ employees.
hourly rate or salary range in job listings
Employers may not ask applicants about their pay history.
Paid sick leave
Hawaii has no statewide paid sick leave mandate. Employers covered by federal contractor rules (Executive Order 13706) may still have to provide it.
Overtime
Non-exempt employees earn 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
State paid leave and disability insurance
- Temporary Disability Insurance: employees contribute 0.5% of wages. Employee pays up to 50% of plan cost, max 0.5% of weekly wages up to $1,500.21/week (max $7.50/week in 2026); employer pays the remainder (plan-dependent, so employerRate null). wageCap annualized from weekly base.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Hawaii require salary ranges in job postings?
- Yes. hourly rate or salary range in job listings Coverage: 50+ employees.
- Is paid sick leave required in Hawaii?
- There is no statewide paid sick leave mandate.
- When is overtime due in Hawaii?
- For non-exempt employees, at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek.