As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Plumbing Engineer in the US is $73,752, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,418 weekly, or $6,146 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Plumbing Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Plumbing Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $54,636 to $87,586. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,746) and 75th percentile ($80,994), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,586 per year. This $17,248 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Repairing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Plumbing Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 75 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
Plumbing Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plumbing Engineer Salary $54,636 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Plumbing Engineer Salary $63,746 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Plumbing Engineer Salary $73,752 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Plumbing Engineer Salary $80,994 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Plumbing Engineer Salary $87,586 US May 01, 2026
25% $63,746 10% $54,636 90% $87,586 75% $80,994 $73,752 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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