Critical shortageHouston-The Woodlands
Plumber Salary in Houston, TX
Plumbers in Houston earn $19–$40/hr (matches the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
Houston, Texas$19–$40/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$19–$40
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$39,520–$83,200
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How Houston compares
Houston, TX$19–$40/hr
National average$19–$40/hr
Houston pay matches the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $39,520–$83,200.
Certifications that move the number
Houston employers pay the top of the range for techs who hold these. Missing one? You can still apply — we match you to roles that fit.
- Journeyman Plumber License
- Backflow Prevention Certification
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