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 $62,090 per year ($29.85 per hour), down 2.6% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $43,140 at the 10th percentile to $107,400 at the 90th.
Missouri employs approximately 7,900 plumbers statewide, up 4.1% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $73,060 | $35.12/hr | 4,150 | down 11.1% |
| Kansas City | $72,600 | $34.90/hr | 3,300 | up 9.0% |
| Springfield | $57,760 | $27.77/hr | 670 | up 6.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
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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