salary$74,680 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,250per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,920per year
Jobs in the area2,780people work this job
Can a plumber afford Louisville?
OK. Rent of $1,278 a month takes 20.5% 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 Louisville, KY?
The median pay for a plumber in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area is $74,680 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $48,250 and $94,920.
Can a plumber afford to live in Louisville?
Typical rent of $1,278 a month takes 20.5% 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 Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area.