Plumber Salary in New Jersey
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
New Jersey Plumber Wages at a Glance
New Jersey plumbers earn a statewide median of $77,160 per year ($37.10 per hour), up 13.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $50,430 at the 10th percentile to $133,260 at the 90th.
New Jersey employs approximately 9,840 plumbers statewide, up 12.1% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $73,290 | $35.24/hr | 350 | down 13.2% |
| Atlantic City | $63,190 | $30.38/hr | 560 | up 1.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
New Jersey 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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