Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Massachusetts
Plumber Salary
in Massachusetts
Plumbers in Massachusetts (MA) earn a median of $73,900 a year, about $36 an hour. That runs roughly 20% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $46,800 and $121,400.
Bottom 10%
$46,800
MA Median
$73,900
Top 10%
$121,400
Plumber pay by experience in Massachusetts
- Apprentice$44,300$21/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$73,900$36/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$99,800$48/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Massachusetts metros
- Boston$72,300$35/hr
- Worcester$70,400$34/hr
- Springfield$78,900$38/hr
Licensing in Massachusetts
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 Massachusetts?
- Plumbers in Massachusetts earn a median of $73,900 per year, about $36 per hour. That is roughly 20% above the national median. Most earn between $46,800 and $121,400.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Massachusetts?
- Among Massachusetts's major metros, Springfield tends to pay plumbers the most, near $78,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Massachusetts?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.