Software Developers Salary in Hawaii
Median annual wage in Hawaii: $124,040 -8.8% vs national
Hawaii vs United States
| Hawaii | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $124,040 | $135,980 |
| Median hourly | $59.64 | $65.38 |
| Employment | 1,600 | 1,687,890 |
| Location quotient | 0.23 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Hawaii) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Reading the data
Employment density in Hawaii is 0.23x the national average — a below-average concentration of these roles in the local economy.
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $64,690, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $238,930 — a 3.7x gap between entry-level and top earners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average software developers salary in Hawaii?
The median annual wage in Hawaii is $124,040 ($59.64 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Hawaii compare to the national average for software developers?
The Hawaii median of $124,040 is 8.8% lower than the U.S. median of $135,980.
How many software developers work in Hawaii?
Approximately 1,600 are employed in Hawaii, per BLS OES.