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# Jobs in Honolulu, HI — Salary & Top Employers

**State:** [Hawaii Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/hawaii?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 2,737

**Hiring momentum:** +0.0% — 73 new postings in the last 28 days vs 73 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 3,546
- Median salary: $54K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $43K – $85K
- Remote share: 4.8%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 3,546 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Honolulu, HI runs 23% below the United States median ($54K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Honolulu, HI: Retail (12% of all postings), followed by Hospitality Services and Hospitals and Health Care.
- New postings for Honolulu, HI held steady in the last 28 days (73 vs 73 in the 28 days before).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Honolulu, HI

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail | 424 | $42K |
| Hospitality | 389 | $60K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 270 | $47K |
| Banking | 197 | $57K |
| Professional Services | 137 | $48K |
| Construction | 120 | $64K |
| Restaurants | 114 | — |
| IT Services & Consulting | 109 | $124K |
| Retail Groceries | 81 | — |
| Civil Engineering | 74 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Honolulu, HI

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Sales Associate | 297 | $41K |
| Security Officer | 150 | $48K |
| Shift Leader | 95 | — |
| Delivery Driver | 64 | — |
| Customer Service Representative | 59 | — |
| Barista | 51 | — |
| Pharmacy Technician | 46 | — |
| Sales Representative | 44 | — |
| General Manager | 41 | — |
| Warehouse Associate | 40 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Honolulu, HI

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Allied Universal Jobs & Careers — Security Services](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/allied-universal?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 129 |
| [CVS Health Jobs & Careers — Pharmacy & Healthcare](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/cvs-health?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 116 |
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 114 |
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 81 |
| [Starbucks Jobs & Careers — Coffee & Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/starbucks?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 68 |
| [Hilton Grand Vacations Jobs & Careers — Vacation Ownership](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/hilton-grand-vacations?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 60 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 68 employers filed 173 petitions; 2% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Honolulu, HI

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaiʻi System | 49 | $120K |
| Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i | 28 | — |
| The Queen's Health Systems | 6 | — |
| Hawaiian Airlines | 5 | — |
| Hawaii Pacific Health | 4 | — |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the top industries hiring in Honolulu, HI?

Tourism and hospitality, defense contracting, healthcare, technology, and state government are the leading sectors in Honolulu. The city's status as Hawaii's capital and home to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam drives substantial federal and defense employment.
### What is the average salary for jobs in Honolulu, Hawaii?

Salaries in Honolulu are the highest in Hawaii, reflecting the city's high cost of living. Technology and defense contractors typically pay above the state median, while tourism and service roles vary widely. View current salary data on this page.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Honolulu, HI?

Top employers in Honolulu include Hawaii Pacific Health, HMSA, the State of Hawaii, Booz Allen Hamilton, and major hotel groups like Hilton and Marriott. The top employers section on this page lists roles with current openings.
### Are there remote jobs available in Honolulu?

Remote jobs in technology, finance, customer service, and consulting are available to Honolulu residents. Hawaii's tech sector has grown significantly, with many Mainland-headquartered employers hiring Hawaii-based remote workers. Use the remote filter on this page.
### What neighborhoods in Honolulu have the most job opportunities?

Downtown Honolulu, Kakaako, and Ala Moana concentrate the highest density of professional, retail, and hospitality jobs. The medical center at Punchbowl is a major healthcare employment hub, and the airport corridor supports logistics and aviation roles.
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