Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Occupation
$62,970
National Median Salary
$30.27
Median Hourly Wage
455,940
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+24.3%
10 Year Change
$50,660
2014 Median
$62,970
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Spectator Sports | $133,430 | 50 |
| Hydroelectric Power Generation | $121,320 | 40 |
| Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation | $112,860 | 270 |
| Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution | $109,200 | 1,370 |
| Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing | $105,080 | 720 |
Top Paying States for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $96,200 | 18,730 |
| Oregon | $93,110 | 6,080 |
| Minnesota | $83,280 | 8,520 |
| Massachusetts | $83,260 | 15,670 |
| Alaska | $83,090 | 870 |
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Hydroelectric Power Generation
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