Interaction Designer Salary in Hawaii, United States

Mid‑level interaction designers in Honolulu earn salaries typical for the area. The figure reflects the local employment market.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$53,000 to $66,000

Average (per year)

$59,000

Employees at this tier work in tourism, education, or healthcare digital teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$67,000 to $82,000

Average (per year)

$74,000

Mid-level designers manage projects for local government and tech firms focused on Pacific operations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$83,000 to $96,000

Average (per year)

$89,500

Senior professionals lead design teams at larger companies or innovation centers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$96,000+

Principal designers oversee strategic design for major employers in hospitality and government.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$25 - $37

per hour

Mid-level

$38 - $52

per hour

Senior

$53 - $68

per hour

Across the United States, salary levels vary. Mid‑level interaction designers earn a national average that places Hawaii slightly below the mean. State factors may influence overall compensation for professionals.