Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Florida
Plumber Salary
in Florida
Plumbers in Florida (FL) earn a median of $58,500 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 5% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $37,100 and $96,100.
Bottom 10%
$37,100
FL Median
$58,500
Top 10%
$96,100
Plumber pay by experience in Florida
- Apprentice$35,100$17/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$58,500$28/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$79,000$38/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Florida metros
- Miami$59,800$29/hr
- Tampa$58,400$28/hr
- Orlando$58,900$28/hr
Licensing in Florida
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 Florida?
- Plumbers in Florida earn a median of $58,500 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 5% below the national median. Most earn between $37,100 and $96,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Florida?
- Among Florida's major metros, Miami tends to pay plumbers the most, near $59,800 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Florida?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Florida 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 Florida by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.