Minimum Wage in Hawaii
The current Hawaii minimum wage, the tipped wage, scheduled increases and overtime rules, from the official source.
Short answer: $16.00 per hour, effective January 1, 2026. HRS § 387-2(a); Hawaii Wage Standards Division, Minimum Wage
| Minimum wage | $16.00 per hour, effective January 1, 2026. Scheduled increase: $18.00 per hour on January 1, 2028. No change is scheduled for January 1, 2027. |
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| Tipped minimum wage | Employers may pay tipped employees up to $1.25 per hour below the minimum wage ($14.75 per hour in 2026), but only if the employee's wages plus tips total at least $7.00 more than the minimum wage. Scheduled change: the maximum tip credit rises to $1.50 per hour on January 1, 2028. Source: HRS § 387-2(b) |
| Overtime | Time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek. No general daily overtime rule (daily overtime applies on state and county public construction projects). |
Where to get help in Hawaii
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FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Hawaii?
$16.00 per hour, effective January 1, 2026.
What is the tipped minimum wage in Hawaii?
Employers may pay tipped employees up to $1.25 per hour below the minimum wage ($14.75 per hour in 2026), but only if the employee's wages plus tips total at least $7.00 more than the minimum wage.
What are the overtime rules in Hawaii?
Time-and-a-half after 40 hours in a workweek. No general daily overtime rule (daily overtime applies on state and county public construction projects).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.