Oncology Nurse salary in Hawaii
A oncology nurse in Hawaii earns an estimated $143,140 a year ($68.82/hr) — about 40% above the U.S. average, with most between $106,260 and $151,350. State figures are estimates based on national pay for the role and local cost of living — a starting point, not a guaranteed local wage.
Oncology Nurse — Hawaii
Specialty estimateMedian annual pay
$143,140
+40% vs nationalHourly
$68.82/hr
- Typical range
- $106,260–$151,350
- What most nurses earn
- High end
- $155,220
- Top earners
- Entry level
- $86,630
- Newer nurses
Oncology Nurse pay by city in Hawaii
Estimated pay in the state's largest metro areas.
| City | Est. annual | Est. hourly |
|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | $146,220 | $70.30 |
Oncology Nurse pay in nearby-paying states
How Hawaii compares to states with similar oncology nurse pay.
Other nursing roles in Hawaii
Compare estimated pay for related roles in this state.
What affects oncology nurse pay in Hawaii
Very high pay and the highest cost of living in the U.S. For a oncology nurse specifically, pay is shaped by the metro labor market, hospital vs clinic vs long-term-care setting, union presence, shift differentials, unit acuity, and years of experience. Certifications and a move into charge or advanced-practice roles raise pay further. Use the calculator to estimate your own.
How this estimate was calculated
Public wage data does not report Oncology Nurse separately. This figure starts from the wage the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics published for Registered Nurse in Hawaii (May 2025) and applies a 1.05× specialty adjustment.
Local pay can vary well beyond this by specialty, shift, union status, employer type, overtime, and care setting. Treat it as a starting point — not an official Hawaii wage.
Source year: 2025. Based on the national figure of $102,430 for this role.
Use this state estimate as a starting point
- It’s a starting point for Hawaii, based on national pay and local pay levels — not a guaranteed local wage.
- Your actual pay shifts with role and specialty, care setting, shift, overtime, union status, and years of experience — so compare a role-specific page and personalize the calculator.
- Reviewed salary submissions from nurses in Hawaii make this page more precise over time.
Oncology Nurse salary in Hawaii — FAQ
- How much does a oncology nurse make in Hawaii?
- A oncology nurse in Hawaii earns an estimated $143,140 a year — about $68.82 an hour, with most between $106,260 and $151,350. That's about 40% above the national average. This is an estimate based on national pay for the role and Hawaii's local pay level, not a guaranteed local wage.
- Is Hawaii a good state for oncology nurses?
- For pay, Hawaii sits about 40% above the national average for oncology nurses. A higher number often comes with a higher cost of living, so weigh the estimated $143,140 against local housing and expenses rather than the headline figure alone.
- Which city in Hawaii pays oncology nurses the most?
- Among Hawaii metros we track, Honolulu tends to have the highest estimated pay for oncology nurses, at roughly $146,220 a year. City figures are estimates based on the role's national pay and local cost of living.
- How does Hawaii oncology nurse pay compare to the national average?
- The national estimate for a oncology nurse is about $102,430 a year, versus an estimated $143,140 in Hawaii — about 40% above the national average. Use the calculator to factor in your experience, specialty, and shift.
- Why are some figures verified and others estimates?
- National pay for the main nursing roles — registered nurses, LPNs/LVNs, nurse practitioners, CRNAs, nurse midwives, and nursing assistants — comes from verified public wage data. State, city, and specialty figures that aren't reported on their own start from that national pay and are labeled "Estimated" or "Specialty estimate." We never show an estimate as a verified figure.
Source & confidence— An estimate for a specialty that public pay data does not list on its own. A ballpark to start from, not an exact figure.
Modeled specialty estimate (BLS state wage × specialty adjustment)
Public wage data does not report Oncology Nurse separately. This figure starts from the wage the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics published for Registered Nurse in Hawaii (May 2025) and applies a 1.05× specialty adjustment.
Source year 2025. Last reviewed July 17, 2026. Full methodology
Estimated figure — national oncology nurse pay adjusted for Hawaii. Last reviewed July 17, 2026.