Dishwashers Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $16.73

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$12.59
25th$14.27
Median$16.73
75th$18.00
90th$20.61

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do dishwashers make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $16.73; the mean hourly wage is $16.49.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for dishwashers?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $12.59 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for dishwashers?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $20.61 per hour.