As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pipelayer in the US is $61,825, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,189 weekly, or $5,152 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Pipelayer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Pipelayer in the US vary widely, spanning from $52,135 to $73,422. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,752) and 75th percentile ($67,895), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,422 per year. This $11,143 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Pneumatics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Pipelayer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 55 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Pipelayer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pipelayer Salary $52,135 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pipelayer Salary $56,752 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pipelayer Salary $61,825 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pipelayer Salary $67,895 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pipelayer Salary $73,422 US July 01, 2026
25% $56,752 10% $52,135 90% $73,422 75% $67,895 $61,825 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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