Plumbing Trade Salaries (2025)
Compare wages across 5 plumbing trades. National median pay, Trade Pay Scores, and 5-year growth rates.
5
Trades
$63,272
Avg Median
772,279
Total Jobs
+10%
5yr Growth
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Plumbing Trades by Salary
| Rank | Trade | Median | Grade | 5yr Growth | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steamfitter | $70,357 | C | +9% | 152,414 |
| 2 | Fire Sprinkler Fitter | $67,639 | B | +12% | 171,863 |
| 3 | Pipefitter | $67,249 | C | +11% | 165,255 |
| 4 | Plumber | $64,109 | B | +14% | 183,601 |
| 5 | Septic Tank Servicer | $47,006 | D | +4% | 99,146 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The highest paying plumbing trade is Steamfitter with a national median salary of $70,357. This is based on 2025 BLS occupational wage data across 30 metro areas.
There are approximately 772,279 plumbing trade positions across 5 occupations tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The average median salary is $63,272.
Plumbing trades have seen an average wage growth of 10% over the past 5 years. This is above-average growth, indicating strong demand.
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS)
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Wage data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2025. Trades grouped by occupational category.