Dishwasher/waitress demographics and statistics in the US
On this page
Dishwasher/waitress demographics by:
Dishwasher/waitress gender statistics
93.1% of dishwasher/waitresses are women and 6.9% of dishwasher/waitresses are men.
- Female, 93.1%
- Male, 6.9%
Dishwasher/waitress gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Female | 93.1% |
| Male | 6.9% |
Dishwasher/waitress gender pay gap
Women earn 98¢ for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$28,333
Female income
$27,755
Dishwasher/waitress gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in dishwasher/waitress positions over time. Currently, 93.1% of dishwasher/waitresses are female.
Dishwasher/waitress gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.01% | 93.99% |
| 2011 | 6.06% | 93.94% |
| 2012 | 6.17% | 93.83% |
| 2013 | 6.52% | 93.48% |
| 2014 | 6.42% | 93.58% |
| 2015 | 6.65% | 93.35% |
| 2016 | 7.19% | 92.81% |
| 2017 | 6.88% | 93.12% |
| 2018 | 6.87% | 93.13% |
| 2019 | 6.83% | 93.17% |
| 2020 | 7.12% | 92.88% |
| 2021 | 6.88% | 93.12% |
Dishwasher/waitress related jobs gender ratio
We compared dishwasher/waitresses with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, busboy/waiter and host/waiter have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Barmaid | 5% | 95% |
| Head Waitress | 5% | 95% |
| Bartender, Cook, And Waitress | 5% | 95% |
| Dishwasher/Waitress | 7% | 93% |
| Bar Back & Bartender | 86% | 14% |
| Host/Waiter | 90% | 10% |
| Busboy/Waiter | 97% | 3% |
Male
Female
100%
75%
50%
25%
0%
0%
25%
50%
75%
100%
Dishwasher/waitress demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among dishwasher/waitresses is White, which makes up 60.2% of all dishwasher/waitresses. Comparatively, 17.5% of dishwasher/waitresses are Hispanic or Latino and 9.1% of dishwasher/waitresses are Black or African American.
- White, 60.2%
- Hispanic or Latino, 17.5%
- Black or African American, 9.1%
- Asian, 7.1%
- Unknown, 5.3%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Dishwasher/waitress race
| Dishwasher/waitress race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.1% |
| Asian | 7.1% |
| Unknown | 5.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Dishwasher/waitress race and ethnicity over time
See how dishwasher/waitress racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Dishwasher/waitress race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 72.32% | 8.25% | 4.18% | 12.56% |
| 2011 | 70.97% | 9.31% | 4.48% | 12.46% |
| 2012 | 70.28% | 9.12% | 4.70% | 12.96% |
| 2013 | 69.63% | 8.90% | 4.69% | 13.87% |
| 2014 | 68.92% | 8.69% | 5.12% | 14.06% |
| 2015 | 66.71% | 9.01% | 5.35% | 15.51% |
| 2016 | 66.44% | 9.06% | 5.39% | 15.49% |
| 2017 | 65.91% | 9.05% | 5.45% | 15.92% |
| 2018 | 64.81% | 9.38% | 5.97% | 16.35% |
| 2019 | 65.62% | 8.97% | 6.17% | 15.74% |
| 2020 | 61.34% | 9.72% | 6.38% | 16.88% |
| 2021 | 60.18% | 9.11% | 7.12% | 17.52% |
Dishwasher/waitress wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino dishwasher/waitresses have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american dishwasher/waitresses have the lowest average salary at $27,952.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $28,298 |
| White | $28,329 |
| Black or African American | $27,952 |
| Asian | $28,358 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $28,734 |
Average dishwasher/waitress age
See how the average age of dishwasher/waitresses varies based on ethnicity and gender.
Male
Female
Dishwasher/waitress age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 24 | 25 |
| Unknown | 24 | 24 |
| Asian | 28 | 32 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 26 | 26 |
| White | 24 | 25 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 31 | 25 |
Dishwasher/waitress age breakdown
The average age of dishwasher/waitresses is 20-30 years years old, representing 48% of the dishwasher/waitress population.
Dishwasher/waitress age breakdown
| Dishwasher/Waitress Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 15% |
| 30-40 years | 20% |
| 20-30 years | 48% |
Dishwasher/waitress educational attainment
The most common degree for dishwasher/waitresses is high school diploma, with 49% of dishwasher/waitresses earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are bachelor's degree degree at 19% and bachelor's degree degree at 17%.
- High School Diploma, 49%
- Bachelor's, 19%
- Associate, 17%
- Diploma, 11%
- Other Degrees, 4%
Dishwasher/waitresses by degree level
| Dishwasher/waitress degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 49% |
| Bachelor's | 19% |
| Associate | 17% |
| Diploma | 11% |
| Other Degrees | 4% |
Dishwasher/waitress jobs you might like
Dishwasher/waitress wage gap by degree level
According to the data, dishwasher/waitresses with a Master's degree earn more than those without, at $30,331 annually. With a Bachelor's degree, dishwasher/waitresses earn a median annual income of $29,723 compared to $28,832 for dishwasher/waitresses with an Associate degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $30,331 |
| High School Diploma or Less | $27,968 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $29,723 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $28,832 |
Dishwasher/waitress employment statistics
Company size where dishwasher/waitresses work
Below, you can see the size of companies where dishwasher/waitresses work.
Dishwasher/waitress jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 13% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 19% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 27% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 10% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 18% |
| > 10,000 employees | 12% |
Dishwasher/waitress jobs by industry
The most common industries for dishwasher/waitresses are hospitality, manufacturing and professional.
Dishwasher/waitress industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Hospitality | 40% |
| Manufacturing | 9% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Health Care | 6% |
| Media | 4% |
| Non Profits | 4% |
| Fortune 500 | 4% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Retail | 3% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Technology | 2% |
| Energy | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Insurance | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
| Agriculture | 1% |
Dishwasher/waitress turnover and employment statistics
Dishwasher/waitress unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for dishwasher/waitresses between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Dishwasher/waitress unemployment rate by year
| Year | Dishwasher/waitress unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12.70% |
| 2011 | 12.69% |
| 2012 | 11.74% |
| 2013 | 10.91% |
| 2014 | 9.64% |
| 2015 | 7.91% |
| 2016 | 7.56% |
| 2017 | 7.32% |
| 2018 | 6.98% |
| 2019 | 6.26% |
| 2020 | 13.68% |
| 2021 | 12.67% |
Average dishwasher/waitress tenure
The average dishwasher/waitress stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 1,391 dishwasher/waitresses resumes in Zippia's database.
Dishwasher/waitress tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 40% |
| 1-2 years | 34% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 7% |
| 8-10 years | 3% |
| 11+ years | 2% |
Dishwasher/waitress LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of dishwasher/waitresses that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Dishwasher/Waitress | 6.48% | - |
| Room Service Clerk | 6.98% | 93,459 |
| Bar Back & Bartender | 7.82% | 57,420 |
| Soda Fountain Operator | 7.82% | 35,897 |
Similar dishwasher/waitress jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Room Service Clerk | 6.98% | 93,459 |
| Bar Back & Bartender | 7.82% | 57,420 |
| Soda Fountain Operator | 7.82% | 35,897 |
Foreign languages spoken by dishwasher/waitresses
The most common foreign language among dishwasher/waitresses is Spanish at 65.7%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 8.6% and Portuguese is the third-most popular at 2.9%.
- Spanish, 65.7%
- French, 8.6%
- Portuguese, 2.9%
- Chinese, 2.9%
- Catalan, 2.9%
- Other, 17.0%
Dishwasher/waitress languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 65.7% |
| French | 8.6% |
| Portuguese | 2.9% |
| Chinese | 2.9% |
| Catalan | 2.9% |
| Other | 17.0% |
