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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,240
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.6% vs 2024
$69,090
Mean Salary
$63,240
Median Salary
$30.40
Hourly Rate
10,080 people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado earn a median salary of $63,240 per year ($5,270/month).
This is 7.8% below the national average of $68,560.
Colorado ranks #30 out of 51 states for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay.
Approximately 10,080 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries decreased by 0.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.
Top Skills
Installation
4.75
Critical Thinking
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.38
Quality Control Analysis
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.73
Building and Construction
4.65
Customer and Personal Service
4.45
English Language
4.07
Engineering and Technology
4.01
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(43.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado range from $47,770 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,240 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,370 and $78,740.
Median $63,240
P10: $47,770P25: $52,370P75: $78,740P90: $100,240
10th
$47,770
25th
$52,370
Median
$63,240
75th
$78,740
90th
$100,240
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,770
$22.97
$3,980
25th Percentile
$52,370
$25.18
$4,364
Median (50th)
$63,240
$30.40
$5,270
75th Percentile
$78,740
$37.86
$6,561
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,240
$48.19
$8,353
Note: The mean (average) salary of $69,090 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#30
Colorado ranks #30 of 51 states
$68,560
National avg. for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in Colorado?
The median annual salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado is $63,240 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $69,090.
What is the salary range for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado?
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado range from $47,770 at the 10th percentile to $100,240 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,370 and $78,740.
What is the starting salary for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado?
Entry-level Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters positions in Colorado typically start around $47,770 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,370 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 10,080 people are employed as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Colorado is approximately $30.40 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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