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 $56,290 per year ($27.06 per hour), up 20.4% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $36,990 at the 10th percentile to $83,070 at the 90th.
Georgia employs approximately 7,530 plumbers statewide, down 23.9% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta | $63,230 | $30.40/hr | 500 | up 26.4% |
| Atlanta | $58,690 | $28.22/hr | 4,610 | up 20.2% |
| Savannah | $57,970 | $27.87/hr | 300 | up 27.5% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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