How much does a plumber make in Virginia?
$60,470a year
Median yearly pay for plumbers in Virginia. That is $29.07 an hour or $5,039 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.07
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,970Median: $60,470Highest 10%: $78,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,970 | $21.14 | |
| 25th | $49,350 | $23.73 | |
| Median | $60,470 | $29.07 | |
| 75th | $71,780 | $34.51 | |
| 90th | $78,050 | $37.52 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $71,860 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $61,870 |
| Richmond, VA | $61,480 |
| Kingsport, TN | $59,360 |
| Winchester, VA | $57,760 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $57,210 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $56,510 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $53,340 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $52,290 |
| Roanoke, VA | $51,700 |
| Staunton, VA | $51,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plumbers.
| 35. Nevada | $61,610 |
| 36. New Mexico | $61,440 |
| 37. Nebraska | $60,970 |
| 38. Virginia | $60,470 |
| 39. Texas | $59,840 |
| 40. Alabama | $58,670 |
| 41. Tennessee | $58,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $29.07 ($60,470 a year).
Do plumbers make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $60,470 against $63,800 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Virginia rank for plumber pay?
Virginia ranks 38 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays plumbers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $71,860 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.