salary$61,870 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Lexington-Fayette, KY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,280per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,190per year
Jobs in the area810people work this job
Can a plumber afford Lexington-Fayette?
OK. Rent of $1,463 a month takes 28.4% 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY?
The median pay for a plumber in the Lexington-Fayette, KY area is $61,870 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $45,280 and $96,190.
Can a plumber afford to live in Lexington-Fayette?
Typical rent of $1,463 a month takes 28.4% 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY metro area.