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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in North Carolina
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in North Carolina?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$57,080
Median Annual Salary
▲
+11.9% vs 2024
$56,720
Mean Salary
$57,080
Median Salary
$27.44
Hourly Rate
14,510 people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by percentile in North Carolina
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina earn a median salary of $57,080 per year ($4,756/month).
This is 16.7% below the national average of $68,560.
North Carolina ranks #44 out of 51 states for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay.
Approximately 14,510 people work in this occupation across North Carolina.
Salaries increased by 11.9% 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 North Carolina
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina range from $38,860 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $75,850 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,550 and $63,290.
Median $57,080
P10: $38,860P25: $46,550P75: $63,290P90: $75,850
10th
$38,860
25th
$46,550
Median
$57,080
75th
$63,290
90th
$75,850
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,860
$18.68
$3,238
25th Percentile
$46,550
$22.38
$3,879
Median (50th)
$57,080
$27.44
$4,756
75th Percentile
$63,290
$30.43
$5,274
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$75,850
$36.47
$6,320
Note: The mean (average) salary of $56,720 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#44
North Carolina ranks #44 of 51 states
$68,560
National avg. for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in North Carolina?
The median annual salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina is $57,080 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $56,720.
What is the salary range for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina?
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina range from $38,860 at the 10th percentile to $75,850 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,550 and $63,290.
What is the starting salary for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina?
Entry-level Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters positions in North Carolina typically start around $38,860 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,550 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 14,510 people are employed as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina.
What is the hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in North Carolina is approximately $27.44 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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