Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,840 | $68,972 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.77 | $33.16 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,627.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in Texas is $59,840, or about $28.77 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. Texas is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in Texas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 44,090 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $59,840, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.