How much does a Diving Instructor make in Hawaii? (2026)

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diving Instructor in Hawaii is $62,678 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.However, a Diving Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Hereâ€™s a look at the typical salary range:Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,511Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,832 to $71,489Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,688

What are the main factors that influence a Diving Instructor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Diving Instructor?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Diving Instructor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Diving Instructor's salary?

A Diving Instructor's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,144 for beginners, reaching about $61,454 at mid-level, and approach $65,126 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Diving Instructor?

Diving Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Diving Instructor roles are District of Columbia $66,396, California $66,144, Massachusetts $65,263. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Diving Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Diving Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Flight Instructor: $118,895; Diving Coach: $79,306; Instructor - Law: $77,387; Instructor - Rehabilitation: $67,569; Instructor: $64,530.

Diving Instructor Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Diving Instructor make in Hawaii? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diving Instructor in Hawaii is $62,678 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Diving Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,511
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,832 to $71,489
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,688

10% $47,688

50% (Median) $62,678

90% $79,511

Diving Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,489	$5,957	$1,375	$34
Average	$62,678	$5,223	$1,205	$30
25th Percentile	$54,832	$4,569	$1,054	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Diving Instructor Salaries

A Diving Instructor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Diving Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Diving Instructor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $58,144
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,389
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,454
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,881
Expert (over 8 years): $65,126

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Diving Instructor	less than 1 year	$58,144
Early Career Level Diving Instructor	1-2 years	$58,389
Mid-Level Level Diving Instructor	2-4 years	$61,454
Senior-Level Level Diving Instructor	5-8 years	$64,881
Expert Level Diving Instructor	over 8 years	$65,126

How Do Diving Instructor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Diving Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,396.
California: $66,144.
Massachusetts: $65,263.

District of Columbia $66,396 California $66,144 Massachusetts $65,263 Washington $65,023 New Jersey $64,999 Alaska $64,915 Connecticut $64,087 New York $63,752

Hawaii $62,678 Rhode Island $62,175 Maryland $61,833 Minnesota $61,365 Colorado $61,185 Illinois $61,125 Oregon $60,897 Delaware $60,729

New Hampshire $60,624 Virginia $60,387 Pennsylvania $59,698 Nevada $59,350 North Dakota $59,236 Michigan $59,056 Wisconsin $58,990 Vermont $58,858

Texas $58,492 Maine $58,469 Arizona $58,433 Ohio $58,391 Georgia $57,839 Indiana $57,563 Wyoming $57,509 Utah $57,425

Iowa $57,389 Kansas $57,101 Louisiana $57,017 North Carolina $56,987 Missouri $56,975 Florida $56,741 Montana $56,616 Nebraska $56,496

Kentucky $56,430 South Carolina $56,190 Tennessee $56,040 Idaho $55,980 New Mexico $55,542 Oklahoma $55,446 Alabama $55,092 South Dakota $54,499

Arkansas $54,175 West Virginia $54,001 Mississippi $53,479

Top Paying Cities for Diving Instructor

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $62,339
Anahola: $61,521
Captain Cook: $61,460

Aiea, HI $62,339

Anahola, HI $61,521

Captain Cook, HI $61,460

Eleele, HI $61,646

Ewa Beach, HI $62,284

Kapolei, HI $62,234

Haiku, HI $61,567

Hakalau, HI $61,429

Haleiwa, HI $62,114

Hana, HI $61,420

Hanalei, HI $61,441

Hanamaulu, HI $61,566

Hanapepe, HI $61,643

Hauula, HI $62,209

Hawaii National Park, HI $61,500

Hawi, HI $61,602

Hilo, HI $61,560

Princeville, HI $61,553

Holualoa, HI $61,484

Honaunau, HI $61,378

Honokaa, HI $61,457

Honomu, HI $61,554

Hoolehua, HI $61,378

Kaaawa, HI $62,229

Kahuku, HI $62,096

Kahului, HI $61,709

Kailua, HI $62,319

Ocean View, HI $61,535

Waikoloa, HI $61,529

Keauhou, HI $61,484

Kailua Kona, HI $61,559

Kalaheo, HI $61,572

Kalaupapa, HI $61,322

Kamuela, HI $61,488

Kaneohe, HI $62,306

Kapaa, HI $61,640

Kaumakani, HI $61,673

Kaunakakai, HI $61,451

Keaau, HI $61,602

Kealakekua, HI $61,569

Kealia, HI $61,590

Kekaha, HI $61,528

Kihei, HI $61,646

Kilauea, HI $61,554

Kapaau, HI $61,508

Koloa, HI $61,581

Kualapuu, HI $61,433

Kunia, HI $62,214

Kurtistown, HI $61,571

Lahaina, HI $61,583

Laie, HI $62,151

Lanai City, HI $61,433

Laupahoehoe, HI $61,588

Lawai, HI $61,673

Lihue, HI $61,566

Makawao, HI $61,614

Makaweli, HI $61,430

Maunaloa, HI $61,285

Mountain View, HI $61,538

Naalehu, HI $61,414

Ninole, HI $61,373

Ookala, HI $61,393

Paauilo, HI $61,467

Pahala, HI $61,431

Pahoa, HI $61,512

Paia, HI $61,586

Papaaloa, HI $61,596

Papaikou, HI $61,469

Pearl City, HI $62,294

Pepeekeo, HI $61,588

Puunene, HI $61,709

Volcano, HI $61,500

Wahiawa, HI $62,187

Pukalani, HI $61,614

Mililani, HI $62,262

Kula, HI $61,487

Waialua, HI $62,080

Waianae, HI $62,138

Wailuku, HI $61,613

Waimanalo, HI $62,307

Waimea, HI $61,667

Waipahu, HI $62,267

Honolulu, HI $62,360

J B P H H, HI $62,350

Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $62,221

Schofield Barracks, HI $62,203

Fort Shafter, HI $62,360

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $62,360

Camp H M Smith, HI $62,347

M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $62,286

Wake Island, HI $62,360

Diving Instructor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Diving Instructor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Diving Instructor positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Diving Instructor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Diving Instructor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$68,946	$33.0	10%

Diving Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Diving Instructor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$54,832

Average $62,678/year

$71,489

$4,569

Average $5,223/month

$5,957

$1,054

Average $1,205/week

$1,375

$26

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,489	$5,957	$1,375	$34
Average	$62,678	$5,223	$1,205	$30
25th Percentile	$54,832	$4,569	$1,054	$26

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