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Plumber Salary
in Mississippi
Plumbers in Mississippi (MS) earn a median of $51,700 a year, about $25 an hour. That runs roughly 16% below the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $32,800 and $85,000.
Bottom 10%
$32,800
MS Median
$51,700
Top 10%
$85,000
Plumber pay by experience in Mississippi
- Apprentice$31,000$15/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$51,700$25/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$69,800$34/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Mississippi metros
- Jackson$53,400$26/hr
- Gulfport$52,100$25/hr
- Southaven$52,200$25/hr
Licensing in Mississippi
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 Mississippi?
- Plumbers in Mississippi earn a median of $51,700 per year, about $25 per hour. That is roughly 16% below the national median. Most earn between $32,800 and $85,000.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Mississippi?
- Among Mississippi's major metros, Jackson tends to pay plumbers the most, near $53,400 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Mississippi?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Mississippi 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 Mississippi by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.