salary$75,040 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,570per year
Jobs in the area2,150people work this job
Can a plumber afford Des Moines?
OK. Rent of $1,266 a month takes 20.2% 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 Des Moines, IA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA area is $75,040 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $47,720 and $99,570.
Can a plumber afford to live in Des Moines?
Typical rent of $1,266 a month takes 20.2% 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 Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro area.