salary$83,210 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Cedar Rapids, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,830per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,590per year
Jobs in the area780people work this job
Can a plumber afford Cedar Rapids?
Cheap. Rent of $1,168 a month takes 16.8% 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 Cedar Rapids, IA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Cedar Rapids, IA area is $83,210 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $47,830 and $94,590.
Can a plumber afford to live in Cedar Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,168 a month takes 16.8% of the median plumber salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Cedar Rapids, IA metro area.