salary$77,020 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,200per year
Top pay (top 10%)$111,540per year
Jobs in the area1,170people work this job
Can a plumber afford Reno?
OK. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 27.8% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a plumber in the Reno, NV area is $77,020 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $44,200 and $111,540.
Can a plumber afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 27.8% 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 Reno, NV metro area.