Real numbers for Hawaii — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fees verified against Hawaii court records · Updated July 2026
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Calculate My Hawaii Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in Hawaii ranges from roughly $3,300 for a simple uncontested case to $38,400 or more for a contested divorce that goes to trial. The single biggest factor is not the state — it is how much you and your spouse disagree.
Hawaii has no mandatory waiting period but the court process typically takes 4–6 months minimum.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $215 | $1,040 | $5,500 |
| Uncontested with children | $3,300 | $5,500 | $8,250 |
| Contested, no trial | $13,200 | $24,000 | $38,400 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $38,400 | $45,600 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $18,500 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in Hawaii is paid when you submit your divorce petition to the court. This is a fixed, unavoidable cost regardless of whether your divorce is contested or uncontested.
Filing fee note: $215 statewide
| Oahu (Honolulu) | $215 |
| Maui | $215 |
| Kauai | $215 |
| Hawaii (Big Island) | $215 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in Hawaii average $310 per hour.
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Open Hawaii Calculator →Filing fees based on Hawaii court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.