Travel Nurse Pay in Hawaii

Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Hawaii. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.

Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown

Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.

Overtime (Optional)

Blended Hourly Rate

$58.89

Based on 36 hours in CA.

Gross Weekly Pay

$2,120

Taxable Weekly Income

$720

Estimated Weekly Taxes

$173

True Net Weekly Pay

$1,947

Assignment Projections

13-Week Assignment

$25,314

Net Pay

26-Week Assignment

$50,627

Net Pay

Annual (52 weeks)

$101,254

Net Pay

Take Home vs Taxes

Take Home
Taxes

Average Travel Nurse Pay in Hawaii

Hourly Rate

$58/hr

Weekly Gross

$2,320

Annual

$120,640

GSA Per Diem Rates for Hawaii

Lodging

$180/night

Meals

$79/day

Incidentals

$5/day

These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Hawaii.

Tax Information for Hawaii

State Income Tax 11%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses No

Cost of Living in Hawaii

Cost of Living Index

193.3

Above national average

Housing

Very High

Utilities

Very High

Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Hawaii

Honolulu

Avg Pay: $62/hr

Hilo

Avg Pay: $58/hr

Kailua-Kona

Avg Pay: $59/hr

Top Hospitals in Hawaii

  • Queen's Medical Center
  • Straub Medical Center
  • Hilo Medical Center

Nursing License Requirements for Hawaii

Nurse Licensure Compact No
License Cost $300
Processing Time 4-6 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Hawaii?

Travel nurses in Hawaii typically earn between $53 and $68 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $58/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $65-80 per hour.

What are the GSA rates for Hawaii?

The GSA per diem rates for Hawaii are: Lodging: $180/night, Meals: $79/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive.

Is Hawaii tax-friendly for travel nurses?

Hawaii has a state income tax rate of 11%, making it less tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.

What is the cost of living in Hawaii?

The cost of living index in Hawaii is 193.3, which is above the national average. Housing costs are very high, and utilities are very high.

Do I need a separate license to work in Hawaii?

Hawaii is NOT part of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so you will need to obtain a separate ${stateData.name} nursing license. The license costs $300 and typically takes 4-6 weeks to process.