salary$76,980 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,740per year
Top pay (top 10%)$102,370per year
Jobs in the area4,010people work this job
Can a plumber afford Indianapolis?
OK. Rent of $1,465 a month takes 22.8% 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 Indianapolis, IN?
The median pay for a plumber in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN area is $76,980 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $46,740 and $102,370.
Can a plumber afford to live in Indianapolis?
Typical rent of $1,465 a month takes 22.8% 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 Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area.