salary$66,450 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Bakersfield-Delano, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$117,840per year
Jobs in the area960people work this job
Can a plumber afford Bakersfield?
Expensive. Rent of $2,018 a month takes 36.4% 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 Bakersfield, CA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Bakersfield-Delano, CA area is $66,450 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $45,670 and $117,840.
Can a plumber afford to live in Bakersfield?
Typical rent of $2,018 a month takes 36.4% 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 Bakersfield-Delano, CA metro area.