salary$60,610 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,070per year
Top pay (top 10%)$93,320per year
Jobs in the area800people work this job
Can a plumber afford Fort Collins?
Expensive. Rent of $1,853 a month takes 36.7% 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 Fort Collins, CO?
The median pay for a plumber in the Fort Collins-Loveland, CO area is $60,610 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $45,070 and $93,320.
Can a plumber afford to live in Fort Collins?
Typical rent of $1,853 a month takes 36.7% 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 Fort Collins-Loveland, CO metro area.