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Plumber Salary
in Virginia
Plumbers in Virginia (VA) earn a median of $64,000 a year, about $31 an hour. That runs roughly 4% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $40,600 and $105,200.
Bottom 10%
$40,600
VA Median
$64,000
Top 10%
$105,200
Plumber pay by experience in Virginia
- Apprentice$38,400$18/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$64,000$31/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$86,400$42/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Virginia metros
- Virginia Beach$61,800$30/hr
- Richmond$67,700$33/hr
- Arlington$66,700$32/hr
Licensing in Virginia
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 Virginia?
- Plumbers in Virginia earn a median of $64,000 per year, about $31 per hour. That is roughly 4% above the national median. Most earn between $40,600 and $105,200.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Virginia?
- Among Virginia's major metros, Richmond tends to pay plumbers the most, near $67,700 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Virginia?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Virginia 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 Virginia by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.