Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Nevada
Plumber Salary
in Nevada
Plumbers in Nevada (NV) earn a median of $65,200 a year, about $31 an hour. That runs roughly 6% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $41,300 and $107,300.
Bottom 10%
$41,300
NV Median
$65,200
Top 10%
$107,300
Plumber pay by experience in Nevada
- Apprentice$39,100$19/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$65,200$31/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$88,000$42/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Nevada metros
- Las Vegas$64,500$31/hr
- Henderson$66,200$32/hr
- Reno$64,800$31/hr
Licensing in Nevada
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 Nevada?
- Plumbers in Nevada earn a median of $65,200 per year, about $31 per hour. That is roughly 6% above the national median. Most earn between $41,300 and $107,300.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Nevada?
- Among Nevada's major metros, Henderson tends to pay plumbers the most, near $66,200 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Nevada?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Nevada 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 Nevada by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.