salary$63,750 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,710per year
Jobs in the area9,270people work this job
Can a plumber afford Mesa?
Expensive. Rent of $1,826 a month takes 34.4% of the median plumber salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make in Mesa, AZ?
The median pay for a plumber in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ area is $63,750 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $46,530 and $100,710.
Can a plumber afford to live in Mesa?
Typical rent of $1,826 a month takes 34.4% of the median plumber salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area.