salary$80,440 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,630per year
Top pay (top 10%)$98,210per year
Jobs in the area2,270people work this job
Can a plumber afford Grand Rapids?
OK. Rent of $1,751 a month takes 26.1% 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
The median pay for a plumber in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area is $80,440 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $46,630 and $98,210.
Can a plumber afford to live in Grand Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,751 a month takes 26.1% 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area.