salary$58,720 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,880per year
Jobs in the area860people work this job
Can a plumber afford Chattanooga?
Expensive. Rent of $1,537 a month takes 31.4% 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 Chattanooga, TN?
The median pay for a plumber in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area is $58,720 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $37,670 and $78,880.
Can a plumber afford to live in Chattanooga?
Typical rent of $1,537 a month takes 31.4% 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 Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area.