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14 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Hawaii (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed: 2026-05-19

There are 14 occupations in Hawaii with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Obstetricians and Gynecologists at $338,130/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Average Salary by State

Average salaries across all 50 states. Click a state to see its $150K+ jobs.

$57,873

$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

AL $63,963 AK $79,599 AZ $72,019 AR $58,447 CA $83,172 CO $76,493 CT $78,019 DE $71,614 DC $89,679 FL $67,772 GA $69,372 HI $73,976 ID $67,243 IL $74,900 IN $68,360 IA $68,184 KS $65,075 KY $66,085 LA $62,928 ME $70,351 MD $79,476 MA $81,221 MI $70,102 MN $79,901 MS $57,873 MO $67,599 MT $65,918 NE $68,499 NV $69,352 NH $75,725 NJ $80,366 NM $68,121 NY $83,189 NC $67,685 ND $70,391 OH $69,737 OK $63,871 OR $75,924 PA $70,617 RI $78,209 SC $66,430 SD $64,417 TN $66,638 TX $68,700 UT $68,195 VT $74,078 VA $73,984 WA $86,472 WV $62,235 WI $71,762 WY $66,073

14
Jobs Over $150K

$338,130

#1: Obstetricians and Gynecologists

$201,924

Avg of Qualifying Jobs

5,930

Workers in These Jobs

All 14 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Hawaii

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

#	Occupation	Median Salary	Mean Salary	Workers
1	Obstetricians and Gynecologists	$338,130	$245,990	140
2	Psychiatrists	$289,990	$271,330	170
3	Chief Executives	$281,640	$302,620	470
4	Family Medicine Physicians	$218,210	$222,540	260
5	Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates	$211,810	$213,030	120
6	Pediatricians, General	$197,090	$177,890	470
7	Nurse Midwives	$170,110	$165,360	N/A
8	Dentists, General	$167,820	$227,370	830
9	Physician Assistants	$164,050	$146,780	530
10	Pharmacists	$163,220	$153,220	1,190
11	Computer Hardware Engineers	$159,880	$144,240	90
12	Air Traffic Controllers	$158,700	$151,040	210
13	Optometrists	$154,620	$149,920	230
14	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$151,670	$153,240	1,220

Hawaii High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Management, and Legal fields.

2.9% of all tracked occupations in HI earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $151,670/year (Architectural and Engineering Managers), while the top earner makes $338,130/year.

Hawaii ranks #41 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Hawaii?

According to 2025 BLS data, there are 14 occupations in Hawaii with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 2.9% of all tracked occupations in HI.

What is the highest paying job in Hawaii?

The highest paying occupation in Hawaii is Obstetricians and Gynecologists with a median salary of $338,130 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.

What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Hawaii?

The entry point for the $150K+ list in Hawaii is $151,670/year (Architectural and Engineering Managers). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.

What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Hawaii?

The average median salary among all 14 occupations that pay over $150K in Hawaii is $201,924 per year (2025 data).

How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Hawaii?

High-paying jobs in Hawaii typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Jobs Over $150K in Other States

These are gross salaries. After federal, state, and FICA taxes, take-home pay is lower.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics