Washington Median
$40,080
per year
Hourly Rate
$19.27
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $34,810
State Rank
#1 of 51
12,630 employed here
How much does a Dishwasher make in Washington?
Dishwashers in Washington take home a median of $40,080 annually — roughly $19.27 an hour — which runs 15% above the national median of $34,810.
Within Washington, entry-level pay starts around $35,570 while the top 10% make $49,360 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $36,330 and $45,010 a year.
Dishwasher salary range in Washington
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $35,570 | $17.10 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $36,330 | $17.47 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $40,080 | $19.27 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $45,010 | $21.64 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $49,360 | $23.73 |
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How Washington compares
Washington ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories for Dishwasher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Dishwasher salary in other states
District of Columbia $38,670California $37,870Colorado $37,840Hawaii $37,740Massachusetts $37,190Illinois $36,180Oregon $36,040Vermont $36,010New Jersey $35,900Delaware $35,780Maine $35,620Connecticut $35,550New York $35,450Arizona $35,130New Hampshire $34,960Nevada $34,920Minnesota $34,060Maryland $34,030Rhode Island $33,960Alaska $33,890Virginia $33,130Missouri $32,150Utah $31,830Michigan $31,300Florida $31,240Tennessee $30,530New Mexico $30,520North Carolina $30,340Montana $30,130North Dakota $29,980Pennsylvania $29,950Idaho $29,920Nebraska $29,740Georgia $29,730Texas $29,610Wyoming $29,600Ohio $29,520Indiana $29,480Iowa $29,300South Carolina $29,160Wisconsin $29,070Kentucky $29,060Alabama $28,930South Dakota $28,190Kansas $28,060Arkansas $27,540Oklahoma $27,390West Virginia $26,460Louisiana $26,440Mississippi $26,300
Working as a Dishwasher in Washington
Nationally, about 477,000 people work as Dishwashers in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Washington pay ($40,080) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dishwasher make in Washington?
The median Dishwasher salary in Washington is $40,080 per year, or about $19.27 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,570 at the entry level to $49,360 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Washington pay compare to the national average?
Washington pays Dishwashers about 15% more than the national median of $34,810. Washington ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Washington a good state for Dishwashers?
Yes on pay — Washington pays above the national median for this occupation, at $40,080 a year. About 12,630 Dishwashers are employed in Washington. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Washington?
The highest-paying occupations in Washington include Cardiologist ($656,330), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($553,310), Dermatologist ($526,170), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Dishwasher salary report
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.