salary$61,000 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$54,080per year
Top pay (top 10%)$110,910per year
Jobs in the area740people work this job
Can a plumber afford Santa Maria?
Expensive. Rent of $1,987 a month takes 39.1% 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 Santa Maria, CA?
The median pay for a plumber in the Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA area is $61,000 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $54,080 and $110,910.
Can a plumber afford to live in Santa Maria?
Typical rent of $1,987 a month takes 39.1% 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 Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA metro area.