salary$72,510 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,030per year
Top pay (top 10%)$127,790per year
Jobs in the area5,100people work this job
Can a plumber afford San Diego?
Expensive. Rent of $3,011 a month takes 49.8% 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 San Diego, CA?
The median pay for a plumber in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area is $72,510 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $46,030 and $127,790.
Can a plumber afford to live in San Diego?
Typical rent of $3,011 a month takes 49.8% 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 San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro area.