Dishwasher Salary in the United States

How Much Does a Dishwasher Make?

According to our salary collection methodology, the average base Dishwasher salary in the U.S. is $31,650 per year. As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), this average annual salary is the highest it’s been since 2019, rising by almost 30%.

[Source: BLS]

How Much Does a Dishwasher Make Monthly?

The monthly average Dishwasher salary is $2,638 per month.

How Much Does a Dishwasher Make Weekly?

Dishwashers can earn an average of $609 per month. Keep in mind that most restaurants follow a weekly or biweekly pay schedule, so this is the average amount Dishwashers most likely get to see every payday.

How Much Does a Dishwasher Make Hourly?

The average wage for a Dishwasher is $15.22 per hour. These wages can range from $11 per hour to as much as $18.57 per hour, depending on several factors listed later in this article.

Moreover, Dishwashers rarely get tips directly but can participate in tip pools when the employer doesn’t take a tip credit. If the employer takes a tip credit, the tip pool is limited to employees who typically receive tips.

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Average Dishwasher Salary by Location

As per BLS, Washington is the highest-paying state for Dishwashers, with an average annual salary of $39,350, followed by Hawaii, with $38,150.

Meanwhile, Mississippi and Louisiana pay the lowest Dishwasher salary average, with $23,250 and $24,090 per year, respectively.

Check out the table below for a breakdown of each state or district’s Dishwasher salary. You can also click the top-right buttons to view in ascending, descending or alphabetical order.

This discrepancy in salaries between states can be attributed to the higher cost of living in states like Washington compared to less metropolitan states like Mississippi.

States with major urban centers and high-end restaurant scenes usually have a high demand for hospitality workers. Meanwhile, states with a lower population density and fewer large metropolitan areas have lower demand.

Check out the U.S. map below for a detailed overview of average Dishwasher salaries by state.

[Source: BLS]

Each state also has its own that can greatly affect average wages by regulating minimum wages, overtime pay and fair compensation practices.

Dishwasher Take-Home Pay Minus State Taxes

Now that you know the average per state, calculate your take-home pay using our Paycheck Calculator below. By inputting your current salary, you can know your earnings minus state-imposed taxes and more.

Dishwasher Salary in Major US Cities

Dishwasher salaries also vary across U.S. cities. Of the four major cities we compared, Los Angeles offers the highest average base salary for Dishwashers at $37,860 per year.

[Source: BLS]

Meanwhile, Dishwashers in Miami earn the lowest average base salary at $29,010 per year. Check other Dishwasher salary and employment trends to get a better insight into the Dishwasher position.

Other Factors That Affect the Salary of a Dishwasher

In addition to cost of living, demand for labor and state-specific labor laws, the following factors can further influence how much a Dishwasher makes.

Type of employer

The type of employer and the kind of establishment it has can greatly affect the salary a Dishwasher gets.

For example, a fine-dining restaurant may offer higher wages for Dishwashers as their menu items are priced higher than in casual dining or fast-food restaurants. As a result, they often allocate more resources to the kitchen staff’s wages.

Casual dining restaurants, on the other hand, might offer competitive albeit moderate salaries despite not having the prestige of fine-dining restaurants. Conversely, fast-food restaurants often pay lower wages even though they can have much higher volumes of dishes for washing.

Experience

Experience can play an important factor in a Dishwasher’s salary. For example, Dishwashers with no experience are often paid the minimum wage, while some may be paid a training wage until they are proficient in the Dishwasher duties.

Dishwashers with a few years of experience can receive incremental pay raises based on their performance, reliability and efficiency.

Schedule

Dishwashers who work nights or weekends can earn higher wages because these shifts are usually busier and more fast-paced. Employers may offer higher wages to attract workers during these peak hours.

Employment status

Full-time Dishwashers generally receive better wages and job benefits than part-time, hourly or temporary workers. Working as a full-time Dishwasher offers more stability and commitment with consistent hours, regular income and a more solid routine and structure.

Non-Monetary Benefits and Perks for Dishwashers

Non-monetary benefits and perks offered to Dishwashers are important both to employers and candidates as they can have a positive effect on employee retention, morale and overall well-being.

Depending on the type of employment (full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal or on-call), type of establishment, policies and industry, these job benefits and perks can include:

• Employee discounts: Some establishments provide employees with free meals or discounted prices for their products or services.
• Paid time off (PTO): Full-time Dishwashers can expect PTO, including vacation days, sick leave and holidays.
• 401(k): Depending on company policies, employers sometimes offer retirement plans, such as 401(k) or matching contributions to employees’ retirement accounts.

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