As of August 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Car Wash Attendant in the United States is $31. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for Car Wash Attendant in the US can go up to $36 and the lowest down to $26, but most earn between $28 and $34. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Car Wash Attendant in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Pay Rate | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Car Wash Attendant Salary | $26 | US | August 01, 2026 |
| 25th Percentile Car Wash Attendant Salary | $28 | US | August 01, 2026 |
| 50th Percentile Car Wash Attendant Salary | $31 | US | August 01, 2026 |
| 75th Percentile Car Wash Attendant Salary | $34 | US | August 01, 2026 |
| 90th Percentile Car Wash Attendant Salary | $36 | US | August 01, 2026 |
A car wash (also written as "carwash") or auto wash is a facility used to clean the exterior and, in some cases, the interior of motor vehicles. Car washes can be self-serve, fully automated, or full-service with attendants who wash the vehicle. It may also be an event where people pay to have their cars washed by volunteers as a method to raise money for some purpose....
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See user submitted job responsibilities for Car Wash Attendant.
1 - 3 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
3 - 5 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
5 - 7 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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Core compensation
Includes base and short-term incentives
Skills associated with Car Wash Attendant: Maintenance
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