salary$61,300 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$85,680per year
Jobs in the area10,980people work this job
Can a plumber afford Houston?
Expensive. Rent of $1,533 a month takes 30.0% 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 Houston, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area is $61,300 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $39,920 and $85,680.
Can a plumber afford to live in Houston?
Typical rent of $1,533 a month takes 30.0% 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 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area.