Hawaii has a top marginal income tax rate of 11% for 2026. See the full brackets, standard deduction, and how it stacks up against the national average.
Last updated: May 2026 · Data: state revenue departments, IRS, BLS
Hawaii uses a graduated (progressive) income tax system administered by the Hawaii Department of Taxation. The top marginal rate for 2026 is 11% on the highest bracket.
| Taxable Income | Tax Rate (2026) |
|---|---|
| $0 to $2,400 | 1.4% |
| $2,400 to $4,800 | 3.2% |
| $4,800 to $9,600 | 5.5% |
| $9,600 to $14,400 | 6.4% |
| $14,400 to $19,200 | 6.8% |
| $19,200 to $24,000 | 7.2% |
| $24,000 to $36,000 | 7.6% |
| $36,000 to $48,000 | 7.9% |
| $48,000 to $150,000 | 8.25% |
| $150,000 to $175,000 | 9% |
| $175,000 to $200,000 | 10% |
| Over $200,000 | 11% |
Hawaii income tax starts from your taxable income after deductions. For 2026 (2025 tax year), the federal standard deduction is $15,000 for single filers and $30,000 for married filing jointly, which reduces the income subject to federal tax.
| Standard Deduction (2026) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal - Single | $15,000 |
| Federal - Married Filing Jointly | $30,000 |
| Federal - Head of Household | $22,500 |
State standard deductions, personal exemptions, and credits vary and may differ from the federal amounts above. Confirm Hawaii figures with the Hawaii Department of Taxation.
| Benchmark | Top Marginal Rate |
|---|---|
| Hawaii (2026) | 11% |
| National average - all 50 states | 4.86% |
| National average - 41 states with an income tax | 5.93% |
| Highest in the U.S. (California) | 13.3% |
| Lowest among states that tax income | 2.5% |
| States with no income tax | 0% (9 states) |
At 11%, Hawaii's top rate is above the national average of 4.86% (all 50 states).
Hawaii has 12 income tax brackets, one of the most graduated systems in the country. The top rate of 11% applies to income over $200,000 (single). Hawaii also has a General Excise Tax (GET) instead of a traditional sales tax.
| Hawaii Tax Snapshot | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate (2026) | 11% |
| Income Tax Structure | 12-bracket graduated |
| State Sales Tax | 4% |
| Minimum Wage | $14.00/hour |
| Median Household Income | $94,000 |
| Tax Agency | Hawaii Department of Taxation |
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Hawaii has a top marginal state income tax rate of 11% for 2026, applied to the highest income bracket. Lower brackets are taxed at lower rates. It is administered by the Hawaii Department of Taxation.
Hawaii uses a graduated, progressive income tax system, so different portions of your income are taxed at different rates as shown in the bracket table above.
Hawaii has 12 income tax brackets for 2026, ranging up to a top rate of 11%.
The 2026 federal standard deduction is $15,000 for single filers and $30,000 for married filing jointly. Hawaii state deductions, exemptions, and credits can differ; verify current figures with the Hawaii Department of Taxation.
At 11%, Hawaii's top rate is above the national average of 4.86% (all 50 states). The national average top marginal rate is 4.86% across all 50 states and 5.93% among the 41 states that levy an income tax.
State income tax in Hawaii is collected by the Hawaii Department of Taxation. Federal income tax and FICA (Social Security and Medicare) are paid separately to the IRS.