salary$53,560 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the El Paso, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$88,370per year
Jobs in the area640people work this job
Can a plumber afford El Paso?
OK. Rent of $1,246 a month takes 27.9% 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 El Paso, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the El Paso, TX area is $53,560 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $35,600 and $88,370.
Can a plumber afford to live in El Paso?
Typical rent of $1,246 a month takes 27.9% 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 El Paso, TX metro area.