salary$101,010 a year$49 an hour · median pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$57,640per year
Top pay (top 10%)$147,100per year
Jobs in the area4,600people work this job
Can a plumber afford Portland?
OK. Rent of $1,874 a month takes 22.3% 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 Portland, OR?
The median pay for a plumber in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA area is $101,010 a year ($49 an hour). Most earn between $57,640 and $147,100.
Can a plumber afford to live in Portland?
Typical rent of $1,874 a month takes 22.3% 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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area.