Updated 2026-07-05 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Dishwasher jobs in Lexington, KY

960 dishwashers employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $14.96/hour ($31,110/year) median · 11% below the national median.

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The median dishwasher salary in Lexington, KY is $14.96/hour ($31,110/year), with a typical range of $27,830 to $35,410 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Dishwasher pay in Lexington, KY

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Lexington metro. Half of Dishwashers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $27,830 $31,110 $35,410
25th$27,830 Median$31,110 75th$35,410 vs US11% below the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area (SOC 35-9021, Dishwasher). Full Dishwasher salary guide →

What is a Dishwasher salary in Lexington?

The median dishwasher salary in Lexington, KY is $14.96/hour ($31,110/year), with a typical range of $27,830 to $35,410 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 960 dishwashers employed in the Lexington metro area.

Dishwasher pay bands in Lexington by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Mid Level Dishwasher

Typical mid level band in Lexington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lexington, KY
Typical pay range
$26,910–$38,140
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Dishwasher

Typical mid level band in Lexington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lexington, KY
Typical pay range
$26,910–$37,580
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Dishwasher

Typical entry level band in Lexington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lexington, KY
Typical pay range
$25,510–$38,140
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Dishwasher

Typical lead band in Lexington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lexington, KY
Typical pay range
$29,710–$37,580
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Dishwasher

Typical staff band in Lexington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lexington, KY
Typical pay range
$27,843–$37,580
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Dishwasher Career Ladder — Lexington Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Lexington’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Dishwasher0–2 yrs$22,399
  2. Mid Dishwasher2–5 yrs$29,554
  3. Senior Dishwasher5–8 yrs$37,332
  4. Staff Dishwasher8–12 yrs$45,109
  5. Lead Dishwasher12+ yrs$52,887

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 35-9021, Dishwasher).

Employers in the Dishwasher hiring market in Lexington

  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Lexington post Dishwasher jobs

Employers in the Lexington metro typically post Dishwasher roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Dishwasher in Lexington, KY — Common Questions

How much does a Dishwasher earn in Lexington, KY?
Median $14.96/hour ($31,110/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $27,830–$35,410. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Dishwasher jobs are there in Lexington?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 960 Dishwasher roles employed in the Lexington metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Lexington employers use for Dishwasher?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Dishwasher jobs for me?
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