salary$79,820 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,590per year
Top pay (top 10%)$110,770per year
Jobs in the area3,000people work this job
Can a plumber afford Providence?
OK. Rent of $1,964 a month takes 29.5% 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 Providence, RI?
The median pay for a plumber in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area is $79,820 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $49,590 and $110,770.
Can a plumber afford to live in Providence?
Typical rent of $1,964 a month takes 29.5% 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 Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area.