salary$62,810 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,810per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,920per year
Jobs in the area5,260people work this job
Can a plumber afford Austin?
Expensive. Rent of $1,932 a month takes 36.9% of the median plumber salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make in Austin, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX area is $62,810 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $40,810 and $80,920.
Can a plumber afford to live in Austin?
Typical rent of $1,932 a month takes 36.9% of the median plumber salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area.