How much does a dishwasher make in Washington?
$40,080a year
Median yearly pay for dishwashers in Washington. That is $19.27 an hour or $3,340 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.27
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,570Median: $40,080Highest 10%: $49,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,570 | $17.10 | |
| 25th | $36,330 | $17.47 | |
| Median | $40,080 | $19.27 | |
| 75th | $45,010 | $21.64 | |
| 90th | $49,360 | $23.73 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $42,750 |
| Bremerton, WA | $38,910 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $37,710 |
| Bellingham, WA | $37,430 |
| Kennewick, WA | $37,400 |
| Portland, OR | $37,250 |
| Olympia, WA | $37,070 |
| Longview, WA | $36,880 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $36,390 |
| Spokane, WA | $36,330 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $36,110 |
| Yakima, WA | $35,950 |
| Lewiston, ID | $34,020 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dishwashers.
| 1. Washington | $40,080 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $38,670 |
| 3. California | $37,870 |
| 4. Colorado | $37,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dishwasher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $19.27 ($40,080 a year).
Do dishwashers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $40,080 against $34,810 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Washington rank for dishwasher pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays dishwashers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $42,750 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.