LPN salary in Hawaii
LPNs in Hawaii earn a median $71,140 a year, 10% above the national median of $64,400. That ranks #17 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $54,918.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $71,140 | $5,928 | $2,736 | $34.20 |
| Average pay | $71,560 | $5,963 | $2,752 | $34.40 |
| Take-home (median) | $54,918 | $4,577 | $2,112 | $26.40 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $6,821 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $5,442 |
| Hawaii income tax and state programs | $3,959 |
| Take-home | $54,918 |
Hawaii's prices are 10% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $49,948 buys in an average-priced state. The Hawaii minimum wage is $16.00; the median LPN earns 2.1 times that.
LPN pay in Hawaii vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $71,140 | $54,918 | $49,948 |
| California | $79,750 | $60,726 | $54,846 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Hawaii?
- The median salary is $71,140 a year ($34.20 an hour), and the average is $71,560, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Hawaii?
- About $54,918 a year after federal and Hawaii taxes, or $2,112 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Hawaii than the national average?
- Hawaii ranks #17 of 51 for median pay, 10% above the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #49.