Plumbing Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Plumbing Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plumbing Manager in the United States is $105,895 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,735
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,793 to $117,327
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,774
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Plumbing Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $117,327 $9,777 $2,256 $56
Average $105,895 $8,825 $2,036 $51
25th Percentile $93,793 $7,816 $1,804 $45
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Key Factors That Influence Plumbing Manager Salaries

A Plumbing Manager'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Plumbing Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Plumbing Manager'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): $83,145
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $92,371
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,055
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,382
  • Expert (over 8 years): $172,089
Levels Salary
Facilitie... Level Plumbing Manager$83,145
Facilitie... Level Plumbing Manager$92,371
Plumbing ... Level Plumbing Manager$105,055
Facilitie... Level Plumbing Manager$134,382
Facilitie... Level Plumbing Manager$172,089
$83,145 0 yr
$92,371 < 2 yrs
$105,055 2-4 yrs
$134,382 5-8 yrs
$172,089 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Plumbing Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $133,565
  • San Francisco: $132,103
  • Oakland: $129,319

What Skills Can Increase a Plumbing Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 18.85% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Plumbing (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Plumbing is any system that conveys fluids for a wide range of applications. Plumbing uses pipes, valves, plumbing fixtures, tanks, and other apparatuses to convey fluids. Heating and cooling (HVAC), waste removal, and potable water delivery are among the most common uses for plumbing, but it is not limited to these applications. The word derives from the Latin for lead, plumbum, as the first effective pipes used in the Roman era were lead pipes. In the developed world, plumbing infrastructure is critical to public health and sanitation. Boilermakers and pipefitters are not plumbers although they work with piping as part of their trade and their work can include some plumbing.
  • Change Management (Mentioned in 0.95% Job Postings): Change management (sometimes abbreviated as CM) is a collective term for all approaches to prepare , support and help individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. The most common change drivers include: technological evolution, process reviews, crisis, and consumer habit changes; pressure from new business entrants, acquisitions, mergers, and organizational restructuring. It includes methods that redirect or redefine the use of resources, business process, budget allocations, or other modes of operation that significantly change a company or organization. Organizational change management (OCM) considers the full organization and what needs to change, while change management may be used solely to refer to how people and teams are affected by such organizational transition. It deals with many different disciplines, from behavioral and social sciences to information technology and business solutions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 18.85%
Plumbing 1.45%
Change Management 0.95%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Plumbing Manager's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Change Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$112,249
6%
Change Management
$112,249
6%
Business Development
$111,190
5%
Commitment
$110,131
4%
Agile
$110,131
4%
Facilities Management
$110,131
4%
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Plumbing Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Plumbing Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Plumbing Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Plumbing Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Plumbing Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$116,485$56.010%
Biotechnology$116,485$56.010%
Energy & Utilities$116,485$56.010%
Financial Services$116,485$56.010%
Healthcare$116,485$56.010%

How Education impacts a Plumbing Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Plumbing Managers enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Plumbing Manager with a No Diploma is between $105,895 and $114,250).

Plumbing Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Plumbing Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 31.8%
Associates 16.4%
Bachelors 39.5%
Masters 11.0%
Doctorate 0.1%
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Plumbing Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Plumbing Manager'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Plumbing Manager

Salaries for a Plumbing Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $96,637 in 2023 to around $96,027 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Plumbing Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Plumbing Manager Over Time

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2023
$96,637
2024
$96,461
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2024 $96,461
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  • R. T. Moore Co., Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    R. T. Moore Co., Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Come join our team as a Superintendent I. We're currently looking for Superintendent I candidates. The role of Field Superintendent is critical to ensuring... more

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  • R. T. Moore Co., Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    R. T. Moore Co., Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Come join our team as a Superintendent I. We're currently looking for Superintendent I candidates. The role of Field Superintendent is critical to ensuring... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Famous Supply

    Columbus, OH

    Famous Supply | Columbus, OH

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    4 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

    The Contractor Guys-TCG Renovations | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. The Contractor Guys – TCG Renovations. is hiring a. Skilled Tradesman (1099 Contractor). for ongoing large‐scale renovati... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Plumbing Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Plumbing Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Plumbing Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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