Plumber Salary in Oregon
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Oregon Plumber Wages at a Glance
Oregon plumbers earn a statewide median of $93,110 per year ($44.77 per hour), up 27.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $53,930 at the 10th percentile to $131,420 at the 90th.
Oregon employs approximately 6,080 plumbers statewide, up 9.9% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $100,110 | $48.13/hr | 4,920 | up 29.4% |
| Salem | $79,600 | $38.27/hr | 440 | up 16.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Oregon 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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