Plumber / Pipefitter pay in Alabama
State median
Public data$24.36/hr
≈ $50,669/year full-time
Pay distribution in Alabama
25th percentile
$19.57
per hour
Median
$24.36
per hour
75th percentile
$30.24
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Metros in Alabama
- Birmingham$25.30/hr median
Frequently asked questions
How much do plumber / pipefitters make in Alabama?
The median pay for plumber / pipefitters in Alabama is $24.36/hr (about $50,669/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $19.57 and $30.24 per hour.
How does Alabama compare to the national average for plumber / pipefitters?
Alabama pays 15% below the national median of $28.75/hr for plumber / pipefitters. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.
Where in Alabama do plumber / pipefitters earn the most?
Among the metros we track in Alabama, Birmingham pays the most at $25.30/hr median. Compare it on the city pages linked below.