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Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in Virginia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in Virginia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,470
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.5% vs 2024
$60,650
Mean Salary
$60,470
Median Salary
$29.07
Hourly Rate
13,780 people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by percentile in Virginia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia earn a median salary of $60,470 per year ($5,039/month).
This is 11.8% below the national average of $68,560.
Virginia ranks #38 out of 51 states for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay.
Approximately 13,780 people work in this occupation across Virginia.
Salaries increased by 1.5% 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 Virginia
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia range from $43,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $78,050 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,350 and $71,780.
Median $60,470
P10: $43,970P25: $49,350P75: $71,780P90: $78,050
10th
$43,970
25th
$49,350
Median
$60,470
75th
$71,780
90th
$78,050
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,970
$21.14
$3,664
25th Percentile
$49,350
$23.73
$4,112
Median (50th)
$60,470
$29.07
$5,039
75th Percentile
$71,780
$34.51
$5,981
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$78,050
$37.52
$6,504
Note: The mean (average) salary of $60,650 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#38
Virginia ranks #38 of 51 states
$68,560
National avg. for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
How much do Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters make in Virginia?
The median annual salary for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia is $60,470 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $60,650.
What is the salary range for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia?
Salaries for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia range from $43,970 at the 10th percentile to $78,050 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,350 and $71,780.
What is the starting salary for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia?
Entry-level Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters positions in Virginia typically start around $43,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,350 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 13,780 people are employed as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia.
What is the hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in Virginia is approximately $29.07 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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