Truck Driver salary in Hawaii
Truck drivers in Hawaii earn a median $59,820 a year, 2% above the national median of $58,640. That ranks #21 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $47,204.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 53-3032. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $59,820 | $4,985 | $2,301 | $28.76 |
| Average pay | $60,850 | $5,071 | $2,340 | $29.25 |
| Take-home (median) | $47,204 | $3,934 | $1,816 | $22.69 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,998 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,576 |
| Hawaii income tax and state programs | $3,042 |
| Take-home | $47,204 |
Hawaii's prices are 10% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $42,932 buys in an average-priced state. The Hawaii minimum wage is $16.00; the median truck driver earns 1.8 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Hawaii vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $59,820 | $47,204 | $42,932 |
| California | $60,230 | $48,138 | $43,478 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Hawaii?
- The median salary is $59,820 a year ($28.76 an hour), and the average is $60,850, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Hawaii?
- About $47,204 a year after federal and Hawaii taxes, or $1,816 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Hawaii than the national average?
- Hawaii ranks #21 of 51 for median pay, 2% above the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #50.