Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Michigan
Plumber Salary
in Michigan
Plumbers in Michigan (MI) earn a median of $62,800 a year, about $30 an hour. That runs roughly 2% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $39,800 and $103,200.
Bottom 10%
$39,800
MI Median
$62,800
Top 10%
$103,200
Plumber pay by experience in Michigan
- Apprentice$37,700$18/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$62,800$30/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$84,800$41/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Michigan metros
- Detroit$61,400$30/hr
- Grand Rapids$66,900$32/hr
- Warren$64,900$31/hr
Licensing in Michigan
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 Michigan?
- Plumbers in Michigan earn a median of $62,800 per year, about $30 per hour. That is roughly 2% above the national median. Most earn between $39,800 and $103,200.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Michigan?
- Among Michigan's major metros, Grand Rapids tends to pay plumbers the most, near $66,900 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Michigan?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Michigan 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 Michigan by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.