salary$57,760 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$40,360per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,010per year
Jobs in the area5,930people work this job
Can a plumber afford Miami?
Expensive. Rent of $2,538 a month takes 52.7% 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 Miami, FL?
The median pay for a plumber in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area is $57,760 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $40,360 and $75,010.
Can a plumber afford to live in Miami?
Typical rent of $2,538 a month takes 52.7% 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 Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area.