salary$76,150 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Kansas City, MO-KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$122,820per year
Jobs in the area3,740people work this job
Can a plumber afford Kansas City?
OK. Rent of $1,535 a month takes 24.2% 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 Kansas City, MO?
The median pay for a plumber in the Kansas City, MO-KS area is $76,150 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $46,800 and $122,820.
Can a plumber afford to live in Kansas City?
Typical rent of $1,535 a month takes 24.2% 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 Kansas City, MO-KS metro area.