salary$63,920 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,910per year
Top pay (top 10%)$115,340per year
Jobs in the area4,510people work this job
Can a plumber afford Riverside?
Expensive. Rent of $2,420 a month takes 45.4% 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 Riverside, CA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA area is $63,920 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $48,910 and $115,340.
Can a plumber afford to live in Riverside?
Typical rent of $2,420 a month takes 45.4% 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 Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro area.