How much does workers' comp pay in Hawaii?
- Hawaii temporary total pays 66⅔% of average weekly wage, up to $1,240 a week for 2026 injuries ($1,192 for 2025), with a $310 minimum ($298) — or 100% of wages if they are below the minimum.
- At $1,200 AWW the rate is $800.
Official-source review: . General guidance, not legal advice.
Calculate Hawaii ordinary total-disability pay
Estimated weekly TTD
$800.00
Assumes full temporary disability and a correct AWW. Does not establish eligibility, apply waiting periods or offsets, or model partial disability.
Hawaii permanent-award rules: what actually drives the payout
- Hawaii permanent partial disability pays the statutory maximum weekly rate for the injury year — $1,240 for 2026, $1,192 for 2025 — not your own TTD rate, times the scheduled weeks and the rating: arm 312 weeks, hand 244, leg 288, foot 205.
- A 10% arm rating for a 2026 injury is 31.2 weeks × $1,240 = $38,688, regardless of wages.
Medical impairment, legal disability and loss of earning capacity are different measurements. Use the established award category and applicable rate before doing dollar arithmetic. Do not borrow a rating from Social Security, the VA or another state.
| Award basis | Full-loss / full-person weeks |
|---|---|
| Arm | 312 |
| Hand | 244 |
| Leg | 288 |
| Foot | 205 |
How to evaluate a Hawaii settlement
- A compromise of a claim pending before the Disability Compensation Division requires the director's approval by decision.
- Whether a given compromise can close future medical was not verified; read the agreement's terms.
- Check the wage worksheet, award classification, rating evidence and unpaid benefits.
- Identify exactly which medical conditions, future treatment and wage-loss rights are released.
- Separate gross value from prior payments, approved fees, liens and other adjustments.
- Review Medicare and Social Security coordination when relevant; a medical allocation is not an automatic settlement multiplier.
Hawaii workers' compensation rates by injury date
Dated rate history from official Hawaii sources, reviewed . Looking for employer premiums? See workers' comp insurance cost by state.
| Injury period | Weekly maximum | Minimum basis |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 – December 31, 2026 | $1,240.00 | $310.00; no more than actual wages |
| January 1 – December 31, 2025 | $1,192.00 | $298.00; no more than actual wages |
Hawaii PPD uses the statutory maximum weekly rate for the injury year ($1,240 for 2026; $1,192 for 2025), not the worker's own rate.
Reporting, filing and official sources
- Report the injury to your employer immediately, orally or in writing; the employer must report it within seven working days of knowing.
- A written claim must be filed within two years after the effects become manifest and within five years of the accident.
Hawaii benefit questions
How much does workers' comp pay in Hawaii?+
Hawaii temporary total pays 66⅔% of average weekly wage, up to $1,240 a week for 2026 injuries ($1,192 for 2025), with a $310 minimum ($298) — or 100% of wages if they are below the minimum. At $1,200 AWW the rate is $800.
How do permanent disability benefits work in Hawaii?+
Hawaii permanent partial disability pays the statutory maximum weekly rate for the injury year — $1,240 for 2026, $1,192 for 2025 — not your own TTD rate, times the scheduled weeks and the rating: arm 312 weeks, hand 244, leg 288, foot 205. A 10% arm rating for a 2026 injury is 31.2 weeks × $1,240 = $38,688, regardless of wages.
Can a Hawaii settlement close future medical care?+
A compromise of a claim pending before the Disability Compensation Division requires the director's approval by decision. Whether a given compromise can close future medical was not verified; read the agreement's terms.
What are the reporting and filing deadlines in Hawaii?+
Report the injury to your employer immediately, orally or in writing; the employer must report it within seven working days of knowing. A written claim must be filed within two years after the effects become manifest and within five years of the accident.
Does my wage change a Hawaii PPD award?+
No. Hawaii PPD uses the statutory maximum weekly rate for the injury year, so two workers with the same rating and injury year receive the same award.
Can I choose my doctor in Hawaii?+
Yes, you may select a physician practicing on your island of residence who is willing to treat industrial injuries.
Can I report a Hawaii work injury verbally?+
Yes. Notice may be oral or written; the employer then has seven working days to report it.
Does surgery guarantee a larger Hawaii settlement?+
No. Surgery can change treatment costs, restrictions and medical evidence, but there is no automatic surgery multiplier. Permanent disability must be established under the applicable rules. Compare the benefits released and future care needs, not just the procedure name.
Are Hawaii workers' comp benefits taxable?+
Benefits paid under a workers' compensation law for an occupational injury or illness are generally excluded from federal income tax. Returned-to-work wages, retirement payments and Social Security offsets can have different tax treatment. Review IRS Publication 525 and seek tax advice for the agreement's allocations.
Can I receive pain and suffering through Hawaii workers' comp?+
Workers' compensation generally does not award pain and suffering. A separate claim against a responsible third party may allow different damages, but employer immunity and reimbursement rights need separate legal review.
When should I compare a Hawaii settlement offer?+
Compare an offer after understanding the wage calculation, medical condition, permanent-award category, unpaid benefits and rights released. There is no guaranteed settlement timeline. A bigger lump sum may be worse if it transfers expensive future treatment to you.
Where can I verify my Hawaii benefit rate?+
Use the official agency resources linked on this page and the written rate calculation in your claim. Injury date, benefit category, wage records and applicable limits matter. An entered rate is not independently verified by this calculator.
These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.