salary$58,180 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,530per year
Jobs in the area3,190people work this job
Can a plumber afford New Braunfels?
Expensive. Rent of $1,724 a month takes 35.6% 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 New Braunfels, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX area is $58,180 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $37,240 and $78,530.
Can a plumber afford to live in New Braunfels?
Typical rent of $1,724 a month takes 35.6% 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 San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro area.