salary$57,510 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Greensboro-High Point, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,550per year
Top pay (top 10%)$73,860per year
Jobs in the area1,110people work this job
Can a plumber afford Greensboro?
Expensive. Rent of $1,496 a month takes 31.2% 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 Greensboro, NC?
The median pay for a plumber in the Greensboro-High Point, NC area is $57,510 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $39,550 and $73,860.
Can a plumber afford to live in Greensboro?
Typical rent of $1,496 a month takes 31.2% 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 Greensboro-High Point, NC metro area.