salary$57,550 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Waco, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,030per year
Jobs in the area490people work this job
Can a plumber afford Waco?
OK. Rent of $1,349 a month takes 28.1% 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 Waco, TX?
The median pay for a plumber in the Waco, TX area is $57,550 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $37,530 and $76,030.
Can a plumber afford to live in Waco?
Typical rent of $1,349 a month takes 28.1% 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 Waco, TX metro area.