salary$77,460 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$116,550per year
Jobs in the area1,470people work this job
Can a plumber afford Albany?
OK. Rent of $1,656 a month takes 25.7% 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 Albany, NY?
The median pay for a plumber in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area is $77,460 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $47,050 and $116,550.
Can a plumber afford to live in Albany?
Typical rent of $1,656 a month takes 25.7% 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 Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area.