Dishwashers pay in New Haven
In New Haven (CT), the median pay for dishwashers is $17.05 an hour ($35,470 a year). About 1,220 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($34,810). It is about the same as the Connecticut median ($35,550).
Pay range for dishwashers in New Haven (CT)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.35 | $34,010 |
| 25% of workers | $16.72 | $34,780 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.05 | $35,470 |
| 75% of workers | $17.78 | $36,980 |
| 90% of workers | $18.41 | $38,300 |
Dishwashers pay in Connecticut metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $36,850 | 1,960 |
| New Haven (this page) | $35,470 | 1,220 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $35,350 | 2,450 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $34,820 | 670 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $34,470 | 630 |
Connecticut unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dishwashers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -1% over ten years, little or no change · about 68,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Haven (CT)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $37,890 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $35,290 |
| Food Preparation Workers | $36,970 |
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