Plumber Salary in Missouri
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Missouri Plumber Wages at a Glance
Missouri plumbers earn a statewide median of $66,790 per year ($32.11 per hour), up 8.1% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $44,780 at the 10th percentile to $117,180 at the 90th.
Missouri employs approximately 8,310 plumbers statewide, up 10.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $77,000 | $37.02/hr | 4,060 | down 4.4% |
| Kansas City | $76,150 | $36.61/hr | 3,740 | up 19.0% |
| Springfield | $61,410 | $29.52/hr | 660 | up 22.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Missouri 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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