Difference From U.S. Median
+$10,960
Median Hourly Wage
$43.67
Aircraft Mechanics Employed
1,150
Median Pay Rank Among States
9th of 50
Source: BLS OEWS
The aircraft mechanic salary in Hawaii ranks 9th of 50 states, a median of $90,830 a year, or $43.67 an hour, per BLS OEWS data for May 2025. That's $10,960 above the national median of $79,870, or $38.40 an hour.
Growth here is modest by comparison. Projections Central expects the occupation to expand just 2.8% through 2034, from 1,200 to 1,230 jobs, well under the 4% national pace, with about 100 openings a year. Hawaii has only 1 FAA Part 147 school for training.
Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Hawaii by Percentile
| Percentile | Hawaii | United States | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $62,570 | $48,780 | +$13,790 |
| 25th percentile | $78,830 | $62,630 | +$16,200 |
| Median (50th) | $90,830 | $79,870 | +$10,960 |
| 75th percentile | $104,470 | $99,130 | +$5,340 |
| 90th percentile | $130,560 | $128,890 | +$1,670 |
| Mean (average) | $91,830 | $84,740 | +$7,090 |
Rank among states: 9th of 50. All 50 states compared
Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Hawaii by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Employed | Median Salary | Hourly Median | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu | 870 | $90,110 | $43.32 | 2.21 |
Avionics Technician and Related Aviation Pay in Hawaii
| Occupation | Employed | Hawaii Median | U.S. Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | 1,150 | $90,830 | $79,870 |
| Avionics technicians | 90 | $86,260 | $82,280 |
| Transportation inspectors | 150 | $108,270 | $92,100 |
Hawaii Aircraft Mechanic Job Outlook, 2024 to 2034
| Occupation | 2024 Jobs | 2034 Jobs | Change | Openings per Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | 1,200 | 1,230 | +2.8% | 100 |
| Avionics technicians | 130 | 140 | +4.5% | 10 |
Job Growth Through 2034
Projections Central expects Hawaii's aircraft mechanic jobs to grow 2.8% through 2034, from 1,200 to 1,230, well under the 4% national pace, with about 100 openings a year. Avionics technician jobs are projected to grow faster, 4.5%, from 130 to 140, with about 10 openings a year.
Hawaiian Airlines' Maintenance Base
Hawaiian Airlines operates the Charles I. Elliott Maintenance and Cargo Facility at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, a 281,000-square-foot facility housing more than 1,100 employees across maintenance, cargo, and related work. Honolulu carries a location quotient of 2.21 for the occupation, well above the national baseline.
How Hawaii Compares With Nearby States
Hawaii's $90,830 median trails Washington's $98,980 by $8,150, the widest gap among nearby states. California pays less, $86,100, putting Hawaii $4,730 ahead, and Oregon pays $82,850, $7,980 below Hawaii's median.
Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Hawaii vs. the Nearest States
Nearest states by distance: California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada
Aviation Maintenance Schools in Hawaii
FAA-approved schools in Hawaii: 1. Compare Hawaii programs
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025: national, state, metropolitan area, and industry estimates
- Projections Central, State Occupational Employment Projections 2024-2034
- FAA AV-Info Part 147 school records
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