Hawaii Hourly Paycheck Calculator

Hawaii payroll taxes

Typical Hawaii paychecks include federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Hawaii state income tax. There are no city/county income taxes on wages in Hawaii. Employers fund state unemployment insurance (SUTA) and federal FUTA. Pretax benefits—401(k)/403(b)/457(b), HSA, FSA, commuter, and certain insurance premiums—can reduce taxable wages when plan-eligible.

• Employee (federal): Income tax (W-4 based), Social Security, Medicare, Additional Medicare for high earners.
• Employee (state): Hawaii income tax withholding (per HW-4 elections).
• Local (employee): None on wages in Hawaii.
• Employer: Hawaii SUTA; FUTA; workers’ compensation as required.
• Pretax deductions: May lower federal/state taxable wages and, when eligible, FICA.

How Your Hawaii Paycheck Works

Your net pay equals gross hourly wages (regular, overtime, tips, differentials, bonuses) minus pretax deductions; then minus FICA, federal income tax, and Hawaii state withholding. Because Hawaii has no local wage tax, there’s no city/county withholding line. The calculator summarizes hours, rates, taxable wages, withholdings, deductions, and take-home.

• Inputs: Hourly rate, hours, overtime, tips, pay frequency, filing status, dependents/credits, deductions.
• Outputs: Itemized FICA, federal, state, deductions, and estimated net pay.
• Supplemental wages: Model flat vs. aggregate federal withholding for bonuses/commissions to compare results.

Hawaii Income unemployment tax rate — 10 Years (Employer SUTA)

Replace placeholders with official Hawaii Department of Labor & Industrial Relations figures (taxable wage base, experience-rated range, new-employer rate) before publishing.

Hawaii salary threshold

Hawaii generally follows the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Exempt status depends on meeting the duties tests and the federal salary-basis threshold; job titles alone don’t determine exemption. Confirm Hawaii minimum wage, tip-credit rules, and industry-specific standards when classifying roles and calculating overtime.

Median Household Income: Hawaii — 10 Years

Insert the latest U.S. Census/ACS one-year (or five-year) estimates before publishing.

Hawaii Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA)

FICA is federal and applies in Hawaii: employees pay Social Security and Medicare; employers match both. Above a federal threshold, Additional Medicare tax is withheld from employees (no employer match). Eligible pretax benefits (e.g., Section 125 health premiums) can reduce FICA-taxable wages depending on plan rules.

Number of cities that have local income taxes

50-word description: Some U.S. municipalities levy wage or income taxes in addition to state and federal withholding. Rates, wage bases, and residency/worksite rules vary widely. Hawaii does not require city or county income tax withholding on wages. Always verify multistate employees’ local rules before estimating take-home pay or running payroll.

Illustrative local wage/income tax table (verify current rules before use)

Hawaii Wage and Hour Laws: Overtime, Pay Frequency

• Overtime: Most non-exempt workers earn 1.5× the regular rate after 40 hours/week (FLSA standard; exemptions apply). Hawaii has specific tip-credit and service-charge rules—verify for hospitality roles.
• Pay frequency: Employers must pay on a regular schedule (often biweekly or semimonthly) and provide itemized wage statements.
• Records: Accurate timekeeping and payroll record retention are required.

Additional Hawaii forms

• IRS Form W-4 (federal withholding elections).
• Hawaii Form HW-4 (Employee’s Withholding Allowance & Status Certificate) for state elections.
• Form I-9 employment eligibility verification; new-hire reporting.
• Direct deposit authorization; benefits enrollment (401(k), HSA, FSA, insurance).
• Hawaii unemployment (employer) account registration; required workplace posters.

FAQs about the Hawaii Hourly Paycheck Calculator

How do I use the Hawaii Hourly Paycheck Calculator?

Enter hourly rate, hours, overtime, tips, pay frequency, filing status, dependents/credits, and pretax/post-tax deductions. The calculator applies FICA, federal, and Hawaii state withholding to estimate take-home with a clear line-by-line breakdown.

Does Hawaii deduct local income taxes from paychecks?

No. Hawaii has no city or county wage tax for employees. Your check includes federal taxes, FICA, Hawaii state withholding, and any deductions you elect.

Which form controls my Hawaii state withholding?

Hawaii Form HW-4 controls state withholding elections. Complete it with your IRS W-4. Update after life changes (marriage, dependents, multiple jobs) and mirror settings in the calculator.

How should I enter overtime, shift differentials, tips, and bonuses?

Add overtime using the correct multiplier (typically 1.5× after 40 hours). Enter shift differentials, tips, and supplemental wages separately so the calculator recomputes withholding accurately.

Why did my Hawaii paycheck change this period?

Common reasons: variable hours/tips, overtime, bonuses (supplemental withholding method), updated W-4/HW-4 elections, benefits changes, or federal/state tax-table updates. Compare current vs. prior pay stubs.

Can pretax benefits increase my take-home?

Yes. Eligible pretax deductions—401(k)/403(b)/457(b), HSA, FSA, commuter, and certain insurance premiums—may reduce taxable wages, lowering income tax and, when eligible, FICA.

How are tips treated in Hawaii paycheck calculations?

Reported tips are taxable for federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Hawaii state income tax. Include tips to ensure correct withholding and minimum-wage compliance where tip-credits are used.

How do multiple jobs affect my withholding?

Use the IRS multiple-jobs guidance on your W-4 and ensure your HW-4 reflects your situation. Model each job separately to avoid under-withholding across employers.

What is Additional Medicare tax and when does it apply?

After wages exceed the federal threshold, employers must withhold Additional Medicare on the excess. There is no employer match; it appears alongside regular Medicare on your stub.

Are bonuses and commissions taxed differently?

They are supplemental wages. Employers may use a flat federal supplemental rate or aggregate with regular wages; Hawaii state withholding applies either way. Enter amounts separately to compare methods.

Can the calculator project annual take-home from my hourly rate?

Yes. Multiply weekly hours by 52, add expected overtime/tips/bonuses, then run the estimate with your pay frequency and deductions to see an approximate annual net total.

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