How much does a plumber make in Washington?
$81,030a year
Median yearly pay for plumbers in Washington. That is $38.96 an hour or $6,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.96
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,490Median: $81,030Highest 10%: $141,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,490 | $23.79 | |
| 25th | $60,030 | $28.86 | |
| Median | $81,030 | $38.96 | |
| 75th | $107,400 | $51.64 | |
| 90th | $141,900 | $68.20 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $102,800 |
| Portland, OR | $101,000 |
| Kennewick, WA | $97,130 |
| Seattle, WA | $95,230 |
| Bremerton, WA | $82,960 |
| Longview, WA | $80,710 |
| Olympia, WA | $80,030 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $77,540 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $74,200 |
| Spokane, WA | $72,800 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $70,390 |
| Yakima, WA | $60,900 |
| Lewiston, ID | $55,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plumbers.
| 5. Alaska | $93,920 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $93,880 |
| 7. Wisconsin | $81,210 |
| 8. Washington | $81,030 |
| 9. Michigan | $80,190 |
| 10. Montana | $79,960 |
| 11. New Jersey | $78,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $38.96 ($81,030 a year).
Do plumbers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $81,030 against $63,800 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Washington rank for plumber pay?
Washington ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays plumbers the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $102,800 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.