Plumber Salary in Wisconsin
Install, maintain, and repair pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste disposal in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
Wisconsin Plumber Wages at a Glance
Wisconsin plumbers earn a statewide median of $78,510 per year ($37.75 per hour), up 16.3% from May 2019, with the middle of the wage range running from $48,960 at the 10th percentile to $114,460 at the 90th.
Wisconsin employs approximately 9,120 plumbers statewide, up 11.1% from May 2019.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | $99,450 | $47.81/hr | 1,380 | up 63.7% |
| Green Bay | $82,190 | $39.51/hr | 610 | up 14.5% |
| Milwaukee | $82,080 | $39.46/hr | 2,710 | up 6.4% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2019 and May 2024.
Wisconsin 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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