Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary (2025)
Based on 44,330 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,590 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,940 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $42,360 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $47,720 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $57,780 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$34K
25th
$37K
Median
$42K
75th
$48K
90th
$58K
Highest Paying States for Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $58,480 |
| New York | $53,390 |
| Hawaii | $50,680 |
| California | $49,080 |
| Arizona | $47,790 |
| Alaska | $47,370 |
| Maine | $47,310 |
| Maryland | $47,030 |
| Idaho | $46,280 |
| Oregon | $46,200 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $58,480 per year, while Oregon has an average of $46,200 — a difference of $12,280. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 44,330 workers were employed as Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $43,730 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-3015