salary$95,230 a year$46 an hour · median pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,930per year
Top pay (top 10%)$153,500per year
Jobs in the area6,350people work this job
Can a plumber afford Renton?
Expensive. Rent of $2,417 a month takes 30.5% 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 Renton, WA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA area is $95,230 a year ($46 an hour). Most earn between $51,930 and $153,500.
Can a plumber afford to live in Renton?
Typical rent of $2,417 a month takes 30.5% 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 Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area.