salary$62,450 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,220per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,690per year
Jobs in the area1,510people work this job
Can a plumber afford New Orleans?
OK. Rent of $1,508 a month takes 29.0% 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 New Orleans, LA?
The median pay for a plumber in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA area is $62,450 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $39,220 and $79,690.
Can a plumber afford to live in New Orleans?
Typical rent of $1,508 a month takes 29.0% 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 New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area.