salary$75,090 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Topeka, KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$45,760per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,110per year
Jobs in the area420people work this job
Can a plumber afford Topeka?
Cheap. Rent of $1,148 a month takes 18.3% 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 Topeka, KS?
The median pay for a plumber in the Topeka, KS area is $75,090 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $45,760 and $95,110.
Can a plumber afford to live in Topeka?
Typical rent of $1,148 a month takes 18.3% of the median plumber salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Topeka, KS metro area.