Plumber Salary in Georgia
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Georgia Plumber Wages at a Glance
Georgia plumbers earn a statewide median of $57,200 per year ($27.50 per hour), up 7.5% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,680 at the 10th percentile to $80,740 at the 90th.
Georgia employs approximately 8,930 plumbers statewide, down 6.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah | $60,530 | $29.10/hr | 380 | up 17.5% |
| Atlanta | $58,380 | $28.07/hr | 5,470 | up 10.2% |
| Augusta | $54,690 | $26.29/hr | 540 | down 25.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Georgia 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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