salary$55,970 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Amarillo, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,030per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,420per year
Jobs in the area440people work this job
Can a plumber afford Amarillo?
OK. Rent of $1,219 a month takes 26.1% 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 Amarillo, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the Amarillo, TX area is $55,970 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $35,030 and $74,420.
Can a plumber afford to live in Amarillo?
Typical rent of $1,219 a month takes 26.1% 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 Amarillo, TX metro area.