Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / New York
Plumber Salary
in New York
Plumbers in New York (NY) earn a median of $75,100 a year, about $36 an hour. That runs roughly 22% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $47,600 and $123,500.
Bottom 10%
$47,600
NY Median
$75,100
Top 10%
$123,500
Plumber pay by experience in New York
- Apprentice$45,100$22/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$75,100$36/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$101,400$49/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in New York metros
- New York City$77,700$37/hr
- Buffalo$78,000$38/hr
- Rochester$79,800$38/hr
Licensing in New York
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 New York?
- Plumbers in New York earn a median of $75,100 per year, about $36 per hour. That is roughly 22% above the national median. Most earn between $47,600 and $123,500.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in New York?
- Among New York's major metros, Rochester tends to pay plumbers the most, near $79,800 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in New York?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in New York 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 New York by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.