salary$74,190 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,060per year
Jobs in the area490people work this job
Can a plumber afford South Bend?
OK. Rent of $1,284 a month takes 20.8% 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 South Bend, IN?
The median pay for a plumber in the South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI area is $74,190 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $46,420 and $99,060.
Can a plumber afford to live in South Bend?
Typical rent of $1,284 a month takes 20.8% 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 South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI metro area.