salary$57,930 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Lafayette, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,880per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,790per year
Jobs in the area680people work this job
Can a plumber afford Lafayette?
OK. Rent of $1,096 a month takes 22.7% 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 Lafayette, LA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Lafayette, LA area is $57,930 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $35,880 and $74,790.
Can a plumber afford to live in Lafayette?
Typical rent of $1,096 a month takes 22.7% 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 Lafayette, LA metro area.