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Plumber Salary
in Georgia
Plumbers in Georgia (GA) earn a median of $59,100 a year, about $28 an hour. That runs roughly 4% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $37,400 and $97,100.
Bottom 10%
$37,400
GA Median
$59,100
Top 10%
$97,100
Plumber pay by experience in Georgia
- Apprentice$35,500$17/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$59,100$28/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$79,800$38/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Georgia metros
- Atlanta$58,200$28/hr
- Augusta$61,200$29/hr
- Savannah$57,600$28/hr
Licensing in Georgia
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 Georgia?
- Plumbers in Georgia earn a median of $59,100 per year, about $28 per hour. That is roughly 4% below the national median. Most earn between $37,400 and $97,100.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Georgia?
- Among Georgia's major metros, Augusta tends to pay plumbers the most, near $61,200 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Georgia?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Georgia 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 Georgia by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.