What are the main factors that influence a Plumbing Apprentice's salary?

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

How does experience change A Plumbing Apprentice's salary?

A Plumbing Apprentice's salary grows with experience: a Plumber I (0-1 years)earns $45,940, a Plumbing Apprentice (1-3 years)earns $64,917, a Plumber III (3-5 years)earns $72,367,

What are the highest paying states for a Plumbing Apprentice?

Plumbing Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Plumbing Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $74,401, California $74,119, Massachusetts $73,131. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Plumbing Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Plumbing Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Plumbing Manager: $105,847; Plumbing Estimator: $88,882; Plumbing Engineer: $73,745; Plumbing Designer: $69,763; Plumbing Assistant: $64,451.

Plumbing Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Plumbing Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plumbing Apprentice in Delaware is $68,051 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,193
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,289 to $77,024
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,311

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Plumbing Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,024	$6,419	$1,481	$37
Average	$68,051	$5,671	$1,309	$33
25th Percentile	$59,289	$4,941	$1,140	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Plumbing Apprentice Salaries

A Plumbing Apprentice'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 Do Plumbing Apprentice 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 Plumbing Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $74,401.
California: $74,119.
Massachusetts: $73,131.

District of Columbia $74,401 California $74,119 Massachusetts $73,131 Washington $72,862 New Jersey $72,835 Alaska $72,741 Connecticut $71,814 New York $71,438

Hawaii $70,235 Rhode Island $69,670 Maryland $69,287 Minnesota $68,763 Colorado $68,562 Illinois $68,495 Oregon $68,239 Delaware $68,051

New Hampshire $67,933 Virginia $67,668 Pennsylvania $66,895 Nevada $66,505 North Dakota $66,378 Michigan $66,176 Wisconsin $66,102 Vermont $65,954

Texas $65,545 Maine $65,518 Arizona $65,477 Ohio $65,430 Georgia $64,812 Indiana $64,503 Wyoming $64,442 Utah $64,348

Iowa $64,308 Kansas $63,986 Louisiana $63,891 North Carolina $63,858 Missouri $63,844 Florida $63,582 Montana $63,441 Nebraska $63,307

Kentucky $63,233 South Carolina $62,964 Tennessee $62,796 Idaho $62,729 New Mexico $62,238 Oklahoma $62,131 Alabama $61,734 South Dakota $61,069

Arkansas $60,706 West Virginia $60,511 Mississippi $59,927

Top Paying Cities for Plumbing Apprentices

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: $70,430
Little Creek: $69,778
Magnolia: $70,067

Lincoln, DE $70,430 Little Creek, DE $69,778 Magnolia, DE $70,067 Milford, DE $70,430 Marydel, DE $69,516 Millsboro, DE $70,430 Millville, DE $70,900 Milton, DE $70,430

Nassau, DE $70,430 Ocean View, DE $70,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,900 Seaford, DE $69,691 Selbyville, DE $70,900 Smyrna, DE $69,435 Viola, DE $70,067 Woodside, DE $69,865

Bear, DE $68,925 Newark, DE $68,951 Claymont, DE $69,005 Delaware City, DE $68,951 Hockessin, DE $69,005 Kirkwood, DE $68,951 Middletown, DE $69,294 Montchanin, DE $69,005

New Castle, DE $69,005 Odessa, DE $69,388 Port Penn, DE $68,763 Rockland, DE $69,005 Saint Georges, DE $68,951 Townsend, DE $69,287 Winterthur, DE $69,005 Lewes, DE $70,430

Wilmington, DE $69,005 Dover, DE $69,744 Dover Afb, DE $69,906 Bethany Beach, DE $70,900 Bethel, DE $69,691 Bridgeville, DE $70,430 Camden Wyoming, DE $69,818 Cheswold, DE $69,583

Clayton, DE $69,408 Dagsboro, DE $70,900 Delmar, DE $69,691 Ellendale, DE $70,430 Felton, DE $70,430 Fenwick Island, DE $70,900 Frankford, DE $70,900 Frederica, DE $70,430

Georgetown, DE $70,430 Greenwood, DE $70,430 Harbeson, DE $70,430 Harrington, DE $70,430 Hartly, DE $69,375 Houston, DE $70,430 Kenton, DE $69,408 Laurel, DE $69,691

Yorklyn, DE $69,005

Plumbing Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Plumbing Apprentice'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$59,289

Average $68,051/year

$77,024

$4,941

Average $5,671/month

$6,419

$1,140

Average $1,309/week

$1,481

$29

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,024	$6,419	$1,481	$37
Average	$68,051	$5,671	$1,309	$33
25th Percentile	$59,289	$4,941	$1,140	$29

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