salary$58,010 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Columbia, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,920per year
Jobs in the area310people work this job
Can a plumber afford Columbia?
OK. Rent of $1,357 a month takes 28.1% 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 Columbia, MO?
The median pay for a plumber in the Columbia, MO area is $58,010 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $36,800 and $96,920.
Can a plumber afford to live in Columbia?
Typical rent of $1,357 a month takes 28.1% 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 Columbia, MO metro area.