salary$60,090 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,620per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,290per year
Jobs in the area1,840people work this job
Can a plumber afford Birmingham?
OK. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 25.8% 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 Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a plumber in the Birmingham, AL area is $60,090 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $38,620 and $76,290.
Can a plumber afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 25.8% 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 Birmingham, AL metro area.