salary$70,100 a year$34 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,910per year
Top pay (top 10%)$107,870per year
Jobs in the area2,910people work this job
Can a plumber afford Pittsburgh?
OK. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 27.7% 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $70,100 a year ($34 an hour). Most earn between $46,910 and $107,870.
Can a plumber afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 27.7% 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 Pittsburgh, PA metro area.