salary$61,870 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,410per year
Jobs in the area5,100people work this job
Can a plumber afford Newport News?
OK. Rent of $1,538 a month takes 29.8% 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 Newport News, VA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC area is $61,870 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $45,720 and $75,410.
Can a plumber afford to live in Newport News?
Typical rent of $1,538 a month takes 29.8% 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 Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area.