How to Become an Interior Designer in Hawaii (2026)

Q: How much do interior designers earn in Hawaii?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), interior designers in Hawaii earned a median annual wage of approximately $63,780.

Q: What is the job outlook for interior designers in Hawaii?

Hawaii currently employs approximately 270 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 3.2% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Hawaii employs about 270 interior designers earning a median $63,780 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Most interior designers train through an approved program before entering the field in Hawaii.

Hawaii employs approximately 270 interior designers according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $63,780 ¹. Nationally, interior designer employment is projected to grow 3.2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 7,800 openings per year ². This page covers how to become an Interior Designer in Hawaii, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school or community college
Typical timeline: varies by program; confirm with the school
Median wage (Hawaii): $63,780 per year ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become an Interior Designer in Hawaii

How to become an Interior Designer in Hawaii? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for interior designers in Hawaii.

How long does it take? interior designer training length in Hawaii varies by program. Confirm current requirements with the school and the state board before you enroll.

What do interior designers earn in Hawaii? The median annual wage for interior designers in Hawaii is $63,780 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $45,930 and experienced professionals can earn $121,480 or more ¹.

How to Become an Interior Designer in Hawaii

Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Hawaii training programs require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
Complete an approved training program. Enroll in an approved interior designer program in Hawaii that combines classroom instruction with supervised practice.
Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
Meet state and employer requirements. Confirm any registration, certification, or employer requirements that apply to interior designers in Hawaii before you start working.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Interior Designer Wages by Metro Area in Hawaii

Interior Designers Wages by Metro Area in Hawaii

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), interior designers wages in Hawaii vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Urban Honolulu	180	$62,330	$71,450	$45,660	$109,200
Kahului-Wailuku	40	$73,810	$83,760	$49,700	$150,570

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for interior designers in Hawaii? Hawaii currently employs approximately 270 interior designers ¹. Nationally, interior designer employment is projected to grow 3.2% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Hawaii? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Hawaii.

How much do interior designers earn in Hawaii compared to the national average? The median annual wage for interior designers in Hawaii is $63,780, which is $290 above the national median of $63,490 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)