Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $42,360 · Median hourly: $20.36 · Employment: 44,330
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,590 | $16.15 |
| 25th | $36,940 | $17.76 |
| Median | $42,360 | $20.36 |
| 75th | $47,720 | $22.94 |
| 90th | $57,780 | $27.78 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 47-3015
- Total U.S. employment: 44,330
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
Reading the data
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $33,590, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $57,780 — a 1.7x gap between entry-level and top earners.
The mean wage of $43,730 sits 3.2% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $37,440 | $18.00 | -11.6% | 770 |
| Alaska | $47,290 | $22.74 | +11.6% | 100 |
| Arizona | $47,990 | $23.07 | +13.3% | 460 |
| Arkansas | $37,670 | $18.11 | -11.1% | 330 |
| California | $47,130 | $22.66 | +11.3% | 2,500 |
| Colorado | $45,030 | $21.65 | +6.3% | 240 |
| Connecticut | $38,930 | $18.72 | -8.1% | 160 |
| Delaware | $36,070 | $17.34 | -14.8% | 140 |
| District of Columbia | $45,440 | $21.85 | +7.3% | 0 |
| Florida | $37,560 | $18.06 | -11.3% | 4,500 |
| Georgia | $37,730 | $18.14 | -10.9% | 2,100 |
| Hawaii | $52,000 | $25.00 | +22.8% | 180 |
| Idaho | $40,120 | $19.29 | -5.3% | 0 |
| Illinois | $38,300 | $18.42 | -9.6% | 0 |
| Indiana | $42,240 | $20.31 | -0.3% | 390 |
| Iowa | $37,870 | $18.21 | -10.6% | 350 |
| Kansas | $40,540 | $19.49 | -4.3% | 320 |
| Kentucky | $43,330 | $20.83 | +2.3% | 960 |
| Louisiana | $37,380 | $17.97 | -11.8% | 2,010 |
| Maine | $48,410 | $23.27 | +14.3% | 0 |
| Maryland | $46,170 | $22.20 | +9.0% | 970 |
| Massachusetts | $44,340 | $21.32 | +4.7% | 0 |
| Michigan | $42,810 | $20.58 | +1.1% | 270 |
| Mississippi | $37,440 | $18.00 | -11.6% | 400 |
| Missouri | $34,630 | $16.65 | -18.2% | 280 |
| Montana | $41,420 | $19.91 | -2.2% | 110 |
| Nebraska | $44,550 | $21.42 | +5.2% | 70 |
| Nevada | $41,100 | $19.76 | -3.0% | 350 |
| New Hampshire | $46,030 | $22.13 | +8.7% | 70 |
| New Jersey | $44,360 | $21.33 | +4.7% | 760 |
| New Mexico | $40,100 | $19.28 | -5.3% | 400 |
| New York | $52,000 | $25.00 | +22.8% | 4,840 |
| North Carolina | $43,710 | $21.02 | +3.2% | 3,070 |
| Ohio | $45,760 | $22.00 | +8.0% | 1,090 |
| Oklahoma | $40,080 | $19.27 | -5.4% | 740 |
| Oregon | $44,800 | $21.54 | +5.8% | 210 |
| Pennsylvania | $42,150 | $20.27 | -0.5% | 920 |
| South Carolina | $39,450 | $18.97 | -6.9% | 1,090 |
| South Dakota | $36,500 | $17.55 | -13.8% | 210 |
| Tennessee | $44,550 | $21.42 | +5.2% | 1,100 |
| Texas | $41,950 | $20.17 | -1.0% | 7,210 |
| Utah | $43,380 | $20.86 | +2.4% | 390 |
| Vermont | $37,440 | $18.00 | -11.6% | 140 |
| Virginia | $38,190 | $18.36 | -9.8% | 1,640 |
| Washington | $56,140 | $26.99 | +32.5% | 600 |
| West Virginia | $35,930 | $17.27 | -15.2% | 130 |
| Wisconsin | $41,670 | $20.03 | -1.6% | 450 |
| Wyoming | $45,250 | $21.75 | +6.8% | 40 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Related Occupations
- Cashiers — $32,880/yr
- Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand — $40,240/yr
- Stockers and Order Fillers — $37,330/yr
- Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
- Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
- Waiters and Waitresses — $35,230/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters?
The median annual wage for helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $42,360 ($20.36 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 44,330 helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $20.36. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.