salary$71,860 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$114,400per year
Jobs in the area9,420people work this job
Can a plumber afford Washington?
Expensive. Rent of $2,370 a month takes 39.6% 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 Washington, DC?
The median pay for a plumber in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area is $71,860 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $47,480 and $114,400.
Can a plumber afford to live in Washington?
Typical rent of $2,370 a month takes 39.6% 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 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area.