Very high demandPhiladelphia-Camden
Plumber Salary in Philadelphia, PA
Plumbers in Philadelphia earn $20–$42/hr (5% above the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania$20–$42/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$20–$42
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$41,600–$87,360
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How Philadelphia compares
Philadelphia, PA$20–$42/hr
National average$19–$40/hr
Philadelphia pay 5% above the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $39,520–$83,200.
Certifications that move the number
Philadelphia 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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