Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Pennsylvania | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $68,080 | $68,972 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $32.73 | $33.16 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,754.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Pennsylvania is $68,080, or about $32.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Pennsylvania is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Pennsylvania typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,620 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $68,080, Pennsylvania offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.