Plumber Salary in Virginia
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Virginia Plumber Wages at a Glance
Virginia plumbers earn a statewide median of $59,560 per year ($28.64 per hour), up 15.8% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $41,050 at the 10th percentile to $76,650 at the 90th.
Virginia employs approximately 13,190 plumbers statewide, down 7.7% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $61,020 | $29.34/hr | 4,980 | up 18.7% |
| Richmond | $59,970 | $28.83/hr | 2,060 | up 15.0% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Virginia 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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