salary$78,190 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Lansing-East Lansing, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,190per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,740per year
Jobs in the area650people work this job
Can a plumber afford Lansing?
Cheap. Rent of $1,149 a month takes 17.6% 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 Lansing, MI?
The median pay for a plumber in the Lansing-East Lansing, MI area is $78,190 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $44,190 and $97,740.
Can a plumber afford to live in Lansing?
Typical rent of $1,149 a month takes 17.6% of the median plumber salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Lansing-East Lansing, MI metro area.