Very high demandSan Jose-Sunnyvale
Plumber Salary in San Jose, CA
Plumbers in San Jose earn $24–$50/hr (25% above the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
San Jose, California$24–$50/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$24–$50
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$49,920–$104,000
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How San Jose compares
San Jose, CA$24–$50/hr
National average$19–$40/hr
San Jose pay 25% above the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $39,520–$83,200.
Certifications that move the number
San Jose 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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