Hawaii Unemployment Benefits Calculator 2026
2026Estimate your unemployment insurance benefits in Hawaii. Calculate weekly benefit amount, maximum duration, and total potential benefits based on HI unemployment rules.
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Hawaii Unemployment Benefits Overview
Hawaii has 12 income tax brackets with a top rate of 11%, one of the highest state income tax rates in the nation. The brackets are relatively narrow, so most middle-income earners pay 8.25%.
Hawaii's Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) program is one of the oldest in the nation, established in 1969. Employees contribute approximately 0.5% of covered wages up to the wage cap.
Hawaii uses a General Excise Tax (GET) instead of a traditional sales tax. While the base rate is 4% (4.5% on Oahu), it applies to virtually all business transactions including services, making the effective tax burden broader than a typical sales tax.
Hawaii has the lowest average effective property tax rate in the nation at approximately 0.32%, reflecting high property values and generous homeowner exemptions.
The minimum wage of $16.00/hr was reached in 2026. Hawaii has an estate tax with its own exemption threshold of approximately $5.49 million.
Hawaii Unemployment Key Facts (2026)
| State Income Tax | progressive (up to 11%) |
| State Sales Tax | 0.04% |
| Minimum Wage | $16/hr |
| State Disability Insurance (SDI) | Yes (0.005%) |
| Paid Family Leave | No |