Plumber Salary
Plumbers install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems including pipes, fixtures, and appliances in residential and commercial buildings.
Plumber Salary by Experience Level
Entry-level plumbers earn around $34,000 per year, while mid-career professionals earn $60,000. Senior-level plumbers can earn $92,000 or more.
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The salary range for plumbers varies significantly. The bottom 10% earn $36,400, while the top 10% earn $99,200.
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $36,400 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,800 |
| 50th Percentile (Median) | $59,880 |
| 75th Percentile | $78,200 |
| 90th Percentile | $99,200 |
Plumber Salary by State
Plumber salaries vary significantly by state due to cost of living, demand, and industry concentration. The highest paying state is Hawaii at $106,586, while Mississippi offers the lowest at $49,700.
| State | Median | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 Hawaii | $106,586 | Details → |
| #2 California | $85,628 | Details → |
| #3 Massachusetts | $80,838 | Details → |
| #4 Alaska | $80,239 | Details → |
| #5 New York | $73,054 | Details → |
| #6 Washington | $71,257 | Details → |
| #7 New Jersey | $68,862 | Details → |
| #8 Oregon | $67,664 | Details → |
| #9 Connecticut | $67,066 | Details → |
| #10 Maryland | $65,868 | Details → |
| #11 Colorado | $64,072 | Details → |
| #12 New Hampshire | $62,874 | Details → |
| #13 Rhode Island | $62,874 | Details → |
| #14 Virginia | $62,275 | Details → |
| #15 Delaware | $60,479 | Details → |
| #16 Vermont | $60,479 | Details → |
| #17 Nevada | $59,880 | Details → |
| #18 Florida | $58,682 | Details → |
| #19 Maine | $58,682 | Details → |
| #20 Arizona | $58,084 | Details → |
| #21 Minnesota | $58,084 | Details → |
| #22 Montana | $58,084 | Details → |
| #23 Utah | $58,084 | Details → |
| #24 Louisiana | $57,485 | Details → |
| #25 Pennsylvania | $57,485 | Details → |
| #26 Texas | $57,485 | Details → |
| #27 Wyoming | $57,485 | Details → |
| #28 Illinois | $56,886 | Details → |
| #29 North Dakota | $56,886 | Details → |
| #30 Idaho | $56,287 | Details → |
| #31 Georgia | $55,688 | Details → |
| #32 New Mexico | $55,688 | Details → |
| #33 Indiana | $55,090 | Details → |
| #34 North Carolina | $55,090 | Details → |
| #35 Wisconsin | $55,090 | Details → |
| #36 Michigan | $53,892 | Details → |
| #37 Nebraska | $53,892 | Details → |
| #38 Ohio | $53,892 | Details → |
| #39 Iowa | $53,293 | Details → |
| #40 Oklahoma | $53,293 | Details → |
| #41 South Carolina | $53,293 | Details → |
| #42 Tennessee | $53,293 | Details → |
| #43 Missouri | $52,694 | Details → |
| #44 South Dakota | $52,694 | Details → |
| #45 Alabama | $52,096 | Details → |
| #46 Kansas | $52,096 | Details → |
| #47 Kentucky | $52,096 | Details → |
| #48 West Virginia | $51,497 | Details → |
| #49 Arkansas | $50,299 | Details → |
| #50 Mississippi | $49,700 | Details → |
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- ● Install and repair plumbing pipes, fixtures, and appliances
- ● Read blueprints and building codes for plumbing layouts
- ● Inspect plumbing systems for leaks and other issues
- ● Clear obstructions from drains and sewer lines
- ● Install water heaters, dishwashers, and other appliances
Top Skills
Education Required
High school diploma + apprenticeship
Job Outlook
As fast as average — projected 2% growth over the next decade
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