salary$64,800 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$88,310per year
Jobs in the area3,190people work this job
Can a plumber afford Salt Lake City?
OK. Rent of $1,608 a month takes 29.8% 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 Salt Lake City, UT?
The median pay for a plumber in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area is $64,800 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $47,870 and $88,310.
Can a plumber afford to live in Salt Lake City?
Typical rent of $1,608 a month takes 29.8% 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 Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area.