Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $72,830 | $68,972 | +6% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.01 | $33.16 | +6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,790.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Plumber in California is $72,830, or about $35.01 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Plumbers is $68,972. California is +6% above the national median.
Entry-level plumbers in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 47,660 plumber jobs on record and a median salary of $72,830, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.