salary$77,880 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,540per year
Top pay (top 10%)$155,330per year
Jobs in the area5,660people work this job
Can a plumber afford Oakland?
Expensive. Rent of $2,511 a month takes 38.7% 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 Oakland, CA?
The median pay for a plumber in the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA area is $77,880 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $48,540 and $155,330.
Can a plumber afford to live in Oakland?
Typical rent of $2,511 a month takes 38.7% 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 San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro area.