Plumber Salary in Tennessee
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Tennessee Plumber Wages at a Glance
Tennessee plumbers earn a statewide median of $58,600 per year ($28.17 per hour), up 25.6% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,520 at the 10th percentile to $82,020 at the 90th.
Tennessee employs approximately 9,270 plumbers statewide, up 27.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | $60,100 | $28.90/hr | 2,760 | up 25.2% |
| Knoxville | $59,860 | $28.78/hr | 1,700 | up 40.8% |
| Chattanooga | $58,720 | $28.23/hr | 860 | up 20.3% |
| Memphis | $58,690 | $28.22/hr | 1,920 | up 7.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Tennessee 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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