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Water heater replacement cost in Hawaii
Most homeowners pay $1,650 – $2,700 (mid-range, typical $2,100, before sales tax), 11% above the national average.
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mid-range, typicalPrice levels in Hawaii
| Typical | Labour | Materials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $1,900 $1,450 – $2,450 | $1,106 | $785 |
| Mid-range | $2,100 $1,650 – $2,700 | $1,130 | $963 |
| Premium | $2,500 $1,950 – $3,250 | $1,264 | $1,251 |
Why prices in Hawaii are different
Labour makes up about 54% of a mid-range water heater replacement job, around 10 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Hawaii cost about 22% more than the national average (official wage data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 11% above the national figure.
Hawaii ranks 10 of 51 states for this job, from most to least expensive.
By area
| Location | Basic | Mid-range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $1,950 | $2,150 | $2,550 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $1,900 | $2,100 | $2,500 |
| Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area | $1,800 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does water heater replacement cost in Hawaii?
A mid-range job typically costs $2,100 before sales tax, with most homeowners paying between $1,650 and $2,700. A basic job is about $1,900 and a premium one about $2,500.
Is water heater replacement more expensive in Hawaii than the national average?
Hawaii: 11% above the national average. Labour makes up about 54% of a mid-range water heater replacement job, around 10 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in Hawaii cost about 22% more than the national average (official wage data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), while materials are priced much the same across the country. That is why the total comes out 11% above the national figure.
How much of the price is labour in Hawaii?
About 54% at the mid-range level, around 10 hours of work at local rates. The rest is materials, equipment and disposal, which vary much less between regions.
Where in Hawaii is it most expensive?
Urban Honolulu, HI is the most expensive area at about $2,150 for a mid-range job, and Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area the least expensive at about $2,000.
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