Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Oregon
Plumber Salary
in Oregon
Plumbers in Oregon (OR) earn a median of $67,700 a year, about $33 an hour. That runs roughly 10% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $42,900 and $111,300.
Bottom 10%
$42,900
OR Median
$67,700
Top 10%
$111,300
Plumber pay by experience in Oregon
- Apprentice$40,600$20/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$67,700$33/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$91,400$44/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Oregon metros
- Portland$68,400$33/hr
- Salem$69,600$33/hr
- Eugene$68,400$33/hr
Licensing in Oregon
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 Oregon?
- Plumbers in Oregon earn a median of $67,700 per year, about $33 per hour. That is roughly 10% above the national median. Most earn between $42,900 and $111,300.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Oregon?
- Among Oregon's major metros, Salem tends to pay plumbers the most, near $69,600 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Oregon?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Oregon 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 Oregon by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.