salary$58,690 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,020per year
Jobs in the area1,920people work this job
Can a plumber afford Memphis?
OK. Rent of $1,399 a month takes 28.6% 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 Memphis, TN?
The median pay for a plumber in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR area is $58,690 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $37,530 and $82,020.
Can a plumber afford to live in Memphis?
Typical rent of $1,399 a month takes 28.6% 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 Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area.