salary$57,360 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,100per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,880per year
Jobs in the area960people work this job
Can a plumber afford North Charleston?
Expensive. Rent of $1,749 a month takes 36.6% 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 North Charleston, SC?
The median pay for a plumber in the Charleston-North Charleston, SC area is $57,360 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $39,100 and $74,880.
Can a plumber afford to live in North Charleston?
Typical rent of $1,749 a month takes 36.6% 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 Charleston-North Charleston, SC metro area.