Hawaii Bathroom Labor Cost Index: 134.7
Hawaii wages against the U.S. average
| Occupation (SOC) | Hawaii mean hourly | U.S. mean hourly | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters (47-2152) | $39.81 | $34.70 | +14.7% |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | $42.02 | $28.49 | +47.5% |
| Electricians (47-2111) | $44.65 | $34.37 | +29.9% |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | $42.06 | $31.55 | +33.3% |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | $34.28 | $26.64 | +28.7% |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | $46.38 | $30.58 | +51.7% |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | $34.39 | $25.02 | +37.5% |
How Hawaii compares
Hawaii ranks 1st of 51 jurisdictions on this index, 38.4 points above the median state (96.3). All 7 occupations measured here pay above their national mean. The closest states on the index are Illinois (124.6).
How to use this index
The index is the unweighted average of Hawaii mean hourly wages divided by the national mean for the same occupations. A value of 134.7 means the trades that build bathrooms earn 34.7% above the national average here. Labor is roughly two thirds of a bathroom remodel bill, so a wage gap of this size moves the labor half of a quote, not the whole quote.
National project ranges, which apply to Hawaii as well, are in the bathroom remodel cost guide. The method, including which occupations are counted, is on the methodology page.
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FAQ
Is bathroom labor more expensive in Hawaii?
On 2025 BLS wage data, bathroom trades in Hawaii earn 34.7% more than the U.S. average across 7 occupations. The widest gap is drywall and ceiling tile installers at +51.7%, the narrowest is plumbers at +14.7%.
What does a plumber earn in Hawaii?
The mean hourly wage for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Hawaii was $39.81 in May 2025, against $34.70 nationally, according to BLS.
Does the Hawaii index tell me what a contractor will charge?
No. It compares what trades earn, not what contractors bill. Hawaii sits 1st of 51 on wages, so the labor part of a quote starts higher than the national average, but overhead, insurance, materials, permits and profit are separate.
Other states
See the labor cost index for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.