salary$63,450 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Akron, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,780per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,710per year
Jobs in the area1,070people work this job
Can a plumber afford Akron?
OK. Rent of $1,129 a month takes 21.4% of the median plumber salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make in Akron, OH?
The median pay for a plumber in the Akron, OH area is $63,450 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $44,780 and $99,710.
Can a plumber afford to live in Akron?
Typical rent of $1,129 a month takes 21.4% of the median plumber salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Akron, OH metro area.