Plumber Jobs Hiring Near You
Journeyman (licensed, mid-career): about $31-$37/hour (roughly $64,000-$77,000/year), plus overtime that can add several thousand more. The national median for the whole trade is $62,970/year (May 2024, BLS). · Demand: Steady and reliable
Plumbers install and fix the pipes, water heaters, drains, and fixtures that every home and business depends on. It is steady, hands-on work you can start with no college degree, and most plumbers train through a paid apprenticeship. Licensed journeyman plumbers typically earn about $31 to $37 an hour, roughly $64,000 to $77,000 a year, with more for master plumbers, overtime, and running your own shop.
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Plumber jobs: common questions
How much do plumbers make?
Licensed journeyman plumbers typically earn about $31 to $37 an hour, or roughly $64,000 to $77,000 a year. Apprentices start lower, often around $18 to $26 an hour, and get raises as they log hours. Master plumbers, specialists, and business owners can earn well over $100,000.
Are plumber jobs in demand?
Yes. Demand is steady and reliable because every building needs plumbing and pipes fail no matter what the economy is doing. A large share of current plumbers are nearing retirement, so companies keep hiring new people to replace them.
How fast can I start working as a plumber?
Fast. Plenty of people get hired as a helper or apprentice with no experience and start earning right away, then learn on the job under licensed plumbers. You do not have to finish any schooling before you begin.
Do I need a degree to become a plumber?
No. A high school diploma or GED is enough to start. The real training happens in a paid apprenticeship where you earn a wage instead of paying college tuition, so you finish with skills and no debt.
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Read the full Plumber career guide: what it pays, the certs and licenses you need, apprenticeships, and the exact steps to get in.