Plumber Salary in Colorado
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Colorado Plumber Wages at a Glance
Colorado plumbers earn a statewide median of $63,240 per year ($30.40 per hour), up 18.4% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $47,770 at the 10th percentile to $100,240 at the 90th.
Colorado employs approximately 10,080 plumbers statewide, down 3.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $64,890 | $31.20/hr | 420 | up 23.1% |
| Denver | $63,900 | $30.72/hr | 5,750 | up 14.3% |
| Fort Collins | $60,610 | $29.14/hr | 800 | up 11.6% |
| Colorado Springs | $60,510 | $29.09/hr | 1,060 | up 21.8% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Colorado Plumber Apprenticeships
Most plumbers enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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