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Short-term disability in Hawaii

Hawaii has Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI), which pays up to $871 per week to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition.

Last updated: Nov 12, 2026 | Data periods: Sep 30, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026

Benefit amounts depend on eligibility, income, and living arrangements. Use the source links to check the applicable period.

Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI)

State program

Hawaii TDI · Jan 1, 2026

Up to 26 weeks (statutory plan)

Maximum duration

Hawaii TDI · Jan 1, 2026

Benefits start on the 8th day of disability (statutory plan)

Waiting period

Hawaii TDI · Jan 1, 2026

Quick reference

LabelValueDatesSource
State short-term disability or paid medical leave programYes Nov 12, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
DOL paid leave
Program nameTemporary Disability Insurance (TDI) Jan 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Hawaii TDI
Maximum weekly benefit$871 Jan 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Hawaii TDI 2026
Maximum durationUp to 26 weeks (statutory plan) Jan 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Hawaii TDI
Waiting periodBenefits start on the 8th day of disability (statutory plan) Jan 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Hawaii TDI
Payroll contributionEmployee share up to 0.5% of weekly wages, max $7.50 per week Jan 1, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Hawaii TDI 2026
Program websitehttps://labor.hawaii.gov/dcd/home/about-tdi/ Nov 12, 2026
Verified Nov 12, 2026
Hawaii TDI

Sourced facts

State short-term disability / paid medical leave

  • State short-term disability or paid medical leave program: Yes [1] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Program name: Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) [2] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Maximum weekly benefit: $871 [3] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Maximum duration: Up to 26 weeks (statutory plan) [4] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Waiting period: Benefits start on the 8th day of disability (statutory plan) [5] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Payroll contribution: Employee share up to 0.5% of weekly wages, max $7.50 per week [6] Last verified Nov 12, 2026
  • Program website: https://labor.hawaii.gov/dcd/home/about-tdi/ [7] Last verified Nov 12, 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does Hawaii have state short-term disability?

Yes. Hawaii has Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI), which pays up to $871 per week to eligible workers who cannot work because of their own serious health condition. Duration: Up to 26 weeks (statutory plan).

How to apply

Review eligibility and apply directly through the responsible agency.