Payroll Services in Hawaii: Costs, Taxes and Best Providers (2026)
Payroll services for a Hawaii business cost $44 to $130 per month for 1 to 10 employees at entry-tier list prices as of November 2026, and every major provider files Hawaii payroll taxes. Because Hawaii has local or special payroll taxes, choose a provider that files local returns automatically.
Prices verified November 2026
What Hawaii employers must handle
Hawaii has state income tax and mandates employer-provided health coverage under the Prepaid Health Care Act for employees working 20+ hours per week.
| State income tax withholding | Yes |
| Local or special payroll taxes | Yes — confirm your provider files them |
| State unemployment insurance (SUTA) | Yes — every state; rate assigned to your business annually |
| Federal (FICA, FUTA, income tax) | Yes — handled by every provider listed |
| Where to register | Hawaii Department of Taxation |
Minimum wage, SUTA rates and new-hire reporting deadlines change; check Hawaii Department of Taxation for current figures. Every provider on this page files Hawaii payroll taxes.
Payroll prices for a Hawaii business
| Provider (entry plan) | Base / mo | Per employee | 1 emp. | 5 emp. | 10 emp. | 25 emp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADP — Essential (quote; est.) | $79 | $5 | $84* | $104* | $129* | $204* |
| Paychex — Flex Essentials (higher tiers quoted) | $39 | $5 | $44 | $64 | $89 | $164 |
| Gusto — Simple | $49 | $6 | $55 | $79 | $109 | $199 |
| OnPay — Payroll Essentials | $49 | $6 | $55 | $79 | $109 | $199 |
| QuickBooks Payroll — Workforce Payroll (Core) | $50 | $7 | $57 | $85 | $120 | $225 |
| Rippling — Platform (required) (higher tiers quoted) | $40 | $8 | $48 | $80 | $120 | $240 |
* Estimate for quote-only providers based on publicly reported quotes; ADP bills per pay run so a weekly payroll costs more. Prices are list prices before promotions.
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Paychex
Owners who want a named human to call, businesses considering a PEO later, and anyone bundling payroll with workers' comp or retirement.
ADP
Businesses that expect to grow past 50 employees, need benefits and retirement plans from one vendor, or want the most recognized brand when talking to lenders and accountants.
OnPay
Small businesses, farms, nonprofits and restaurants that want the lowest all-in price with no surprise fees, and free white-glove setup.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hawaii have state income tax on wages?
Yes. Hawaii employers withhold state income tax from employee pay and remit it to Hawaii Department of Taxation.
What is the cheapest payroll service in Hawaii?
OnPay and Gusto Simple both list at $49 per month plus $6 per person. Paychex Flex Essentials lists at $39 plus $5 but adds filing fees. For local tax filing, confirm the provider files, not just withholds.
Do I need to register my business for payroll in Hawaii?
Yes. Register with Hawaii Department of Taxation and with the state unemployment agency before your first payroll. Your provider can file on your behalf but usually needs the account numbers from you.