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Nursing jobs in Hawaii 2026

Vacancies, salaries, EB-3 demand and licensing — verified against BLS OEWS 2025 + HRSA NCHWA 2026.

RN Shortage
1,400
Moderate 4.8%
Median Annual Salary
$124,340
$59.78/hr
COL-Adjusted
$83,921
COL index: 139.9
Compact State?
No
Single-state license

Key insight

In Hawaii, there is a shortage of 1,400 registered nurses as of 2026 — 4.8% of the state's nursing workforce demand. Median RN salary is $124,340 per year. After cost of living adjustment, purchasing power equals $83,921 in national terms. Moderate EB-3 activity in this state.

Top hiring cities

  • • Honolulu
  • • Hilo
  • • Kailua

State nursing board

Hawaii Board of Nursing
Endorsement fee: $225 · NCLEX attempts allowed: 8/year
Licensing portal