Prevailing wage in Hawaii
Prevailing Wage in Hawaii — Sources checked
Who and what this applies to
HRS §104-2 public-work contracts exceeding $2,000.
Thresholds and scope
More than $2,000, subject to the stated housing exception.
The rules
- Covered job-site laborers and mechanics must receive at least the prevailing basic wage and fringe-benefit amounts determined by the director for similar work. Source
- Section 104-2 excludes specified experimental/demonstration housing under §46-15 or chapter 201H when both the project cost is below $500,000 and the eligible bidder or developer is a private nonprofit corporation. Source
Primary sources
Sources reviewed 2026-09-30. This guide covers the projects and rules stated above.
Not legal advice. This is general legal information. Laws and project facts differ; confirm the applicable requirements for your project.
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