salary$63,020 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Cleveland, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,330per year
Top pay (top 10%)$101,220per year
Jobs in the area3,040people work this job
Can a plumber afford Cleveland?
OK. Rent of $1,277 a month takes 24.3% 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 Cleveland, OH?
The median pay for a plumber in the Cleveland, OH area is $63,020 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $46,330 and $101,220.
Can a plumber afford to live in Cleveland?
Typical rent of $1,277 a month takes 24.3% 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 Cleveland, OH metro area.