Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Minnesota
Plumber Salary
in Minnesota
Plumbers in Minnesota (MN) earn a median of $66,500 a year, about $32 an hour. That runs roughly 8% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $42,100 and $109,300.
Bottom 10%
$42,100
MN Median
$66,500
Top 10%
$109,300
Plumber pay by experience in Minnesota
- Apprentice$39,900$19/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$66,500$32/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$89,800$43/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Minnesota metros
- Minneapolis$71,100$34/hr
- Saint Paul$64,700$31/hr
- Rochester$70,700$34/hr
Licensing in Minnesota
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 Minnesota?
- Plumbers in Minnesota earn a median of $66,500 per year, about $32 per hour. That is roughly 8% above the national median. Most earn between $42,100 and $109,300.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Minnesota?
- Among Minnesota's major metros, Minneapolis tends to pay plumbers the most, near $71,100 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Minnesota?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Minnesota 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 Minnesota by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.