verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Auto Mechanic Salary in Hawaii

Median Annual in Hawaii
$52,160/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$25.08/hr
▲ 3% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Hawaii

groups Employed in HI
2,710
public U.S. Median
$50,620
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$47,439 #47 of 51

Auto Mechanic pay in Hawaii, explained

Auto mechanics in Hawaii earn a median of $52,160 per year ($25.08 per hour), which is 3% above the national median of $50,620. Entry-level workers earn around $36,360, while the most experienced auto mechanics reach about $79,090. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Hawaii.

Is $52,160 good pay in Hawaii?

Adjusted for Hawaii's cost of living (which runs 110% of the U.S. average), that $52,160 is worth about $47,439 in national buying power — ranking Hawaii #47 for real pay (vs #20 on the sticker number).

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Auto Mechanic pay by experience in Hawaii

Entry level (10th pct)
$36,360
$17.48/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$52,160
$25.08/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$79,090
$38.02/hr

Auto Mechanic pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs HI
Hawaii (here) $52,160 $47,439
California $64,980 $58,689 −$12,820

Auto Mechanic in Hawaii: FAQ

How much do auto mechanics make in Hawaii?

Auto mechanics in Hawaii earn a median of $52,160 per year ($25.08 per hour), compared with $50,620 nationally.

Does Hawaii pay auto mechanics well?

At $52,160, Hawaii pays 3% above the national median for auto mechanics. An estimated 2,710 work in the state.

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