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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in Kentucky
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in Kentucky?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$64,160
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.9% vs 2024
$68,870
Mean Salary
$64,160
Median Salary
$30.85
Hourly Rate
6,360 people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by percentile in Kentucky
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky earn a median salary of $64,160 per year ($5,346/month).
This is 6.4% below the national average of $68,560.
Kentucky ranks #24 out of 51 states for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay.
Approximately 6,360 people work in this occupation across Kentucky.
Salaries increased by 2.9% 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 Kentucky
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky range from $44,860 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $94,710 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $50,000 and $84,840.
Median $64,160
P10: $44,860P25: $50,000P75: $84,840P90: $94,710
10th
$44,860
25th
$50,000
Median
$64,160
75th
$84,840
90th
$94,710
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,860
$21.57
$3,738
25th Percentile
$50,000
$24.04
$4,166
Median (50th)
$64,160
$30.85
$5,346
75th Percentile
$84,840
$40.79
$7,070
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$94,710
$45.53
$7,892
Note: The mean (average) salary of $68,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#24
Kentucky ranks #24 of 51 states
$68,560
National avg. for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in Kentucky?
The median annual salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky is $64,160 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $68,870.
What is the salary range for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky?
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky range from $44,860 at the 10th percentile to $94,710 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $50,000 and $84,840.
What is the starting salary for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky?
Entry-level Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters positions in Kentucky typically start around $44,860 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $50,000 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 6,360 people are employed as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky.
What is the hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Kentucky is approximately $30.85 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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