salary$79,700 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,940per year
Top pay (top 10%)$119,250per year
Jobs in the area1,000people work this job
Can a plumber afford Bridgeport?
OK. Rent of $1,875 a month takes 28.2% 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 Bridgeport, CT?
The median pay for a plumber in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $79,700 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $46,940 and $119,250.
Can a plumber afford to live in Bridgeport?
Typical rent of $1,875 a month takes 28.2% 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.