What are the main factors that influence a County Commissioner's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A County Commissioner's salary?

A County Commissioner's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,729 for beginners, reaching about $39,371 at mid-level, and approach $41,474 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a County Commissioner?

County Commissioner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for County Commissioner roles are District of Columbia $40,663, California $40,509, Massachusetts $39,969. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of County Commissioner roles make?

Salaries for County Commissioner level roles vary by specialization: Health Commissioner: $228,320; Assistant Commissioner: $103,557; Deputy Commissioner: $103,058; Administrative Commissioner: $87,150; Commissioner of Police: $68,174.

County Commissioner Salary in Hawaii

How much does a County Commissioner make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a County Commissioner in Hawaii is $38,386 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a County Commissioner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,141
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,657 to $43,492
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,352

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County Commissioner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,492	$3,624	$836	$21
Average	$38,386	$3,199	$738	$18
25th Percentile	$33,657	$2,805	$647	$16

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Key Factors That Influence County Commissioner Salaries

A County Commissioner's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects County Commissioner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a County Commissioner's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,729
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,254
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,371
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,221
Expert (over 8 years): $41,474

Levels	Salary
Entry Level County Commissioner	$37,729
Intermediate Level County Commissioner	$38,254
Senior Level County Commissioner	$39,371
Specialist Level County Commissioner	$41,221
Expert Level County Commissioner	$41,474

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How Do County Commissioner Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract County Commissioners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,663.
California: $40,509.
Massachusetts: $39,969.

District of Columbia $40,663 California $40,509 Massachusetts $39,969 Washington $39,822 New Jersey $39,807 Alaska $39,756 Connecticut $39,249 New York $39,043

Hawaii $38,386 Rhode Island $38,077 Maryland $37,868 Minnesota $37,582 Colorado $37,471 Illinois $37,435 Oregon $37,295 Delaware $37,192

New Hampshire $37,128 Virginia $36,983 Pennsylvania $36,561 Nevada $36,348 North Dakota $36,278 Michigan $36,168 Wisconsin $36,127 Vermont $36,046

Texas $35,822 Maine $35,808 Arizona $35,786 Ohio $35,760 Georgia $35,422 Indiana $35,253 Wyoming $35,220 Utah $35,169

Iowa $35,147 Kansas $34,970 Louisiana $34,919 North Carolina $34,901 Missouri $34,893 Florida $34,750 Montana $34,673 Nebraska $34,599

Kentucky $34,559 South Carolina $34,412 Tennessee $34,320 Idaho $34,284 New Mexico $34,015 Oklahoma $33,957 Alabama $33,740 South Dakota $33,376

Arkansas $33,178 West Virginia $33,072 Mississippi $32,752

Top Paying Cities for County Commissioners

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $38,178
Anahola: $37,677
Captain Cook: $37,640

Aiea, HI $38,178 Anahola, HI $37,677 Captain Cook, HI $37,640 Eleele, HI $37,754 Ewa Beach, HI $38,144 Kapolei, HI $38,114 Haiku, HI $37,705 Hakalau, HI $37,621

Haleiwa, HI $38,040 Hana, HI $37,615 Hanalei, HI $37,628 Hanamaulu, HI $37,705 Hanapepe, HI $37,752 Hauula, HI $38,098 Hawaii National Park, HI $37,665 Hawi, HI $37,727

Hilo, HI $37,701 Princeville, HI $37,697 Holualoa, HI $37,655 Honaunau, HI $37,590 Honokaa, HI $37,638 Honomu, HI $37,697 Hoolehua, HI $37,590 Kaaawa, HI $38,111

Kahuku, HI $38,029 Kahului, HI $37,792 Kailua, HI $38,166 Ocean View, HI $37,686 Waikoloa, HI $37,682 Keauhou, HI $37,655 Kailua Kona, HI $37,700 Kalaheo, HI $37,709

Kalaupapa, HI $37,555 Kamuela, HI $37,657 Kaneohe, HI $38,158 Kapaa, HI $37,750 Kaumakani, HI $37,770 Kaunakakai, HI $37,634 Keaau, HI $37,727 Kealakekua, HI $37,707

Kealia, HI $37,720 Kekaha, HI $37,681 Kihei, HI $37,754 Kilauea, HI $37,698 Kapaau, HI $37,669 Koloa, HI $37,714 Kualapuu, HI $37,623 Kunia, HI $38,102

Kurtistown, HI $37,707 Lahaina, HI $37,715 Laie, HI $38,063 Lanai City, HI $37,623 Laupahoehoe, HI $37,718 Lawai, HI $37,770 Lihue, HI $37,705 Makawao, HI $37,734

Makaweli, HI $37,621 Maunaloa, HI $37,533 Mountain View, HI $37,688 Naalehu, HI $37,612 Ninole, HI $37,586 Ookala, HI $37,598 Paauilo, HI $37,644 Pahala, HI $37,622

Pahoa, HI $37,672 Paia, HI $37,717 Papaaloa, HI $37,723 Papaikou, HI $37,645 Pearl City, HI $38,150 Pepeekeo, HI $37,718 Puunene, HI $37,792 Volcano, HI $37,665

Wahiawa, HI $38,085 Pukalani, HI $37,734 Mililani, HI $38,131 Kula, HI $37,656 Waialua, HI $38,020 Waianae, HI $38,055 Wailuku, HI $37,734 Waimanalo, HI $38,158

Waimea, HI $37,767 Waipahu, HI $38,134 Honolulu, HI $38,191 J B P H H, HI $38,185 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $38,106 Schofield Barracks, HI $38,095 Fort Shafter, HI $38,191 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $38,191

Camp H M Smith, HI $38,183 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $38,146 Wake Island, HI $38,191

County Commissioner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a County Commissioner's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$33,657

Average $38,386/year

$43,492

$2,805

Average $3,199/month

$3,624

$647

Average $738/week

$836

$16

Average $18/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,492	$3,624	$836	$21
Average	$38,386	$3,199	$738	$18
25th Percentile	$33,657	$2,805	$647	$16

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