What are the main factors that influence a Certified Plumber's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Certified Plumber?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Certified Plumber roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Certified Plumber's salary?

A Certified Plumber's salary grows with experience: a Certified Plumber (0-2 years)earns $53,009, a Digital Content Writer II (2-4 years)earns $75,559, a Digital Content Writer III (4-7 years)earns $93,444, a Digital Content Writer IV (7+ years)earns $112,362, a Digital Content Writing Manager (7+ years)earns $130,803,

What are the highest paying states for a Certified Plumber?

Certified Plumber salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Plumber roles are District of Columbia $56,772, California $56,557, Massachusetts $55,803. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certified Plumber roles make?

Salaries for Certified Plumber level roles vary by specialization: Plumber Foreman: $88,493; Plumber, Master: $72,500; Plumber III: $72,463; Plumber, Journeyman: $65,000; Plumber II: $64,993.

Certified Plumber Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Plumber make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Plumber in Delaware is $51,926 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Certified Plumber's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,182
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,732 to $55,201
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,004

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Certified Plumber Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,201	$4,600	$1,062	$27
Average	$51,926	$4,327	$999	$25
25th Percentile	$46,732	$3,894	$899	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Plumber Salaries

A Certified Plumber's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Certified Plumber Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Plumber's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,009
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,559
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,444
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $112,362
Expert (over 8 years): $130,803

Levels	Salary
Certified... Level Certified Plumber	$53,009
Digital C... Level Certified Plumber	$75,559
Digital C... Level Certified Plumber	$93,444
Digital C... Level Certified Plumber	$112,362
Digital C... Level Certified Plumber	$130,803

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How Do Certified Plumber Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Certified Plumbers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,772.
California: $56,557.
Massachusetts: $55,803.

District of Columbia $56,772 California $56,557 Massachusetts $55,803 Washington $55,598 New Jersey $55,577 Alaska $55,506 Connecticut $54,798 New York $54,511

Hawaii $53,593 Rhode Island $53,162 Maryland $52,870 Minnesota $52,470 Colorado $52,316 Illinois $52,265 Oregon $52,070 Delaware $51,926

New Hampshire $51,836 Virginia $51,634 Pennsylvania $51,045 Nevada $50,747 North Dakota $50,650 Michigan $50,496 Wisconsin $50,440 Vermont $50,327

Texas $50,014 Maine $49,993 Arizona $49,963 Ohio $49,927 Georgia $49,455 Indiana $49,219 Wyoming $49,173 Utah $49,101

Iowa $49,070 Kansas $48,824 Louisiana $48,753 North Carolina $48,727 Missouri $48,717 Florida $48,517 Montana $48,409 Nebraska $48,306

Kentucky $48,250 South Carolina $48,045 Tennessee $47,917 Idaho $47,865 New Mexico $47,491 Oklahoma $47,409 Alabama $47,107 South Dakota $46,599

Arkansas $46,322 West Virginia $46,173 Mississippi $45,727

Top Paying Cities for Certified Plumbers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $51,693
Little Creek: $52,071
Magnolia: $51,996

Lincoln, DE $51,693 Little Creek, DE $52,071 Magnolia, DE $51,996 Milford, DE $51,824 Marydel, DE $51,909 Millsboro, DE $51,476 Millville, DE $51,555 Milton, DE $51,644

Nassau, DE $51,682 Ocean View, DE $51,547 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,646 Seaford, DE $51,675 Selbyville, DE $51,461 Smyrna, DE $52,107 Viola, DE $51,867 Woodside, DE $52,006

Bear, DE $51,887 Newark, DE $51,867 Claymont, DE $51,973 Delaware City, DE $51,919 Hockessin, DE $51,862 Kirkwood, DE $51,909 Middletown, DE $51,929 Montchanin, DE $51,874

New Castle, DE $51,882 Odessa, DE $51,955 Port Penn, DE $51,990 Rockland, DE $51,879 Saint Georges, DE $51,913 Townsend, DE $51,993 Winterthur, DE $51,885 Lewes, DE $51,664

Wilmington, DE $51,865 Dover, DE $52,071 Dover Afb, DE $51,797 Bethany Beach, DE $51,492 Bethel, DE $51,546 Bridgeville, DE $51,667 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,924 Cheswold, DE $52,054

Clayton, DE $52,056 Dagsboro, DE $51,456 Delmar, DE $51,374 Ellendale, DE $51,530 Felton, DE $51,820 Fenwick Island, DE $51,468 Frankford, DE $51,378 Frederica, DE $51,871

Georgetown, DE $51,437 Greenwood, DE $51,675 Harbeson, DE $51,492 Harrington, DE $51,754 Hartly, DE $51,915 Houston, DE $51,680 Kenton, DE $52,058 Laurel, DE $51,406

Yorklyn, DE $51,878

Certified Plumber Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Plumber roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Certified Plumber positions in Media or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Certified Plumber as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Certified Plumber

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$70,101	$34.0	35%
Energy & Utilities	$67,504	$32.0	30%
Biotechnology	$63,350	$30.0	22%
Aerospace & Defense	$61,273	$29.0	18%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$59,196	$28.0	14%

Certified Plumber Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Plumber's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$46,732

Average $51,926/year

$55,201

$3,894

Average $4,327/month

$4,600

$899

Average $999/week

$1,062

$22

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,201	$4,600	$1,062	$27
Average	$51,926	$4,327	$999	$25
25th Percentile	$46,732	$3,894	$899	$22

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