salary$52,000 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$41,610per year
Top pay (top 10%)$66,830per year
Jobs in the area4,180people work this job
Can a plumber afford Tampa?
Expensive. Rent of $2,216 a month takes 51.1% 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 Tampa, FL?
The median pay for a plumber in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL area is $52,000 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $41,610 and $66,830.
Can a plumber afford to live in Tampa?
Typical rent of $2,216 a month takes 51.1% 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro area.