Fish and Game Wardens in Hawaii make a median of $70,840 a year, or about $34.06 an hour. The range runs from $59K at the entry level to $99K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Hawaii. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Fish and Game Wardens salary percentiles in Hawaii: 10th percentile $59,170, 25th percentile $59,170, median $70,840, 75th percentile $95,110, 90th percentile $98,700. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level fish and game wardens (10th percentile) start around $59K. Mid-career wages sit at $71K. Top earners bring in $99K or more, a $40K spread from bottom to top.
How much do fish and game wardens make in Hawaii?▼
The median is $70,840 a year, that works out to about $34 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $59,170, and experienced fish and game wardens can clear $98,700. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $71K enough to live in Hawaii?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,442/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $2,240/month, which eats 50.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a fish and game wardens salary go in Hawaii?▼
Hawaii has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median fish and game wardens salary is worth about $64,301 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do fish and game wardens get paid the most?▼
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.
