US Hawaii Unemployment Rate
US Hawaii Unemployment Rate stood at 2.7% in Aug 2026, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS). It is one of the indicators in the Unemployment and labour force by state table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1976 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Unemployment and labour force by state table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West region | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | |
| Pacific division | 5 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | |
| Hawaii | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 2.2 |
Understanding US Hawaii Unemployment Rate
The Hawaii unemployment rate measures the proportion of the island territory's labor force that is jobless and actively searching for work, separating its unique economic structure from mainland states and broader national averages. Because the local economy relies heavily on hospitality, tourism, and service industries, the measure captures sector-specific labor shifts that often diverge significantly from industrial or technology-heavy jurisdictions across the country.
This monthly series is subject to distinct seasonal patterns tied to peak vacation cycles and holiday hiring, meaning analysts should prioritize year-on-year comparisons over month-on-month movements to assess true underlying labor market momentum. Data users must also anticipate regular benchmark revisions that adjust historical figures as more complete employer reporting replaces preliminary survey projections.