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Plumber Salary
in Delaware
Plumbers in Delaware (DE) earn a median of $64,600 a year, about $31 an hour. That runs roughly 5% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $41,000 and $106,200.
Bottom 10%
$41,000
DE Median
$64,600
Top 10%
$106,200
Plumber pay by experience in Delaware
- Apprentice$38,800$19/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$64,600$31/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$87,200$42/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Delaware metros
- Wilmington$68,900$33/hr
- Dover$63,400$30/hr
- Newark$68,200$33/hr
Licensing in Delaware
Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work.
Frequently asked
- How much do plumbers make in Delaware?
- Plumbers in Delaware earn a median of $64,600 per year, about $31 per hour. That is roughly 5% above the national median. Most earn between $41,000 and $106,200.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Delaware?
- Among Delaware's major metros, Wilmington tends to pay plumbers the most, near $68,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Delaware?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Delaware is handled at the state level, and a licensed person is required to permit and sign off on most work.
Plumber pay in other states
Figures are estimates for 2026, anchored to national wage data and localized for Delaware by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.