Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Plumbing Trades • Skilled Trades & Construction
Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.
Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.
Salary Distribution
National salary ranges for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters (2024)
Highest Paying Metropolitan Areas
Top 10 metro areas with the highest salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Top Industries
Industries with the most Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters positions
Work Environment
Career Overview
💼 About This Career
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters professionals work in skilled trades & construction, specifically in plumbing trades. This role typically requires high school + apprenticeship and offers a median salary of $62,970.
📊 Job Market Outlook
The job growth outlook for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 455,940 people employed in this occupation nationwide.
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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.