Pay data / Plumbers / Salary / Washington
Plumber Salary
in Washington
Plumbers in Washington (WA) earn a median of $72,600 a year, about $35 an hour. That runs roughly 18% above the national median for plumbers, with most earning between $46,000 and $119,400.
Bottom 10%
$46,000
WA Median
$72,600
Top 10%
$119,400
Plumber pay by experience in Washington
- Apprentice$43,600$21/hr
Working toward a journeyman license over 4-5 years.
- Journeyman$72,600$35/hr
Licensed to work independently.
- Master$98,000$47/hr
Permits, inspections, and running the crew.
Plumber pay in Washington metros
- Seattle$69,000$33/hr
- Spokane$77,600$37/hr
- Tacoma$77,500$37/hr
Licensing in Washington
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 Washington?
- Plumbers in Washington earn a median of $72,600 per year, about $35 per hour. That is roughly 18% above the national median. Most earn between $46,000 and $119,400.
- What is the highest-paying place for plumbers in Washington?
- Among Washington's major metros, Spokane tends to pay plumbers the most, near $77,600 a year.
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Washington?
- Yes. Plumbers are state-licensed, moving Apprentice, Journeyman, then Master. A licensed plumber is required to permit and inspect most work. Licensing in Washington 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 Washington by cost of living and market conditions. Actual pay varies by employer, certification, and project.