salary$46,110 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$30,370per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,130per year
Jobs in the area360people work this job
Can a plumber afford McAllen?
OK. Rent of $1,026 a month takes 26.7% 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 McAllen, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX area is $46,110 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $30,370 and $62,130.
Can a plumber afford to live in McAllen?
Typical rent of $1,026 a month takes 26.7% 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 McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX metro area.