BLS wage data says plumbers in Maine earn $30.18/hr. That's 6.3% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$30.18
Customer Rate
$77–$104/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Maine
National Avg
| Service | Maine Price Range |
|---|---|
| Drain unclogging (snake) | $141–$281 |
| Toilet repair or replacement | $187–$469 |
| Faucet replacement | $141–$328 |
| Garbage disposal install | $187–$422 |
| Water heater install (tank) | $750–$1874 |
| Tankless water heater install | $1406–$3280 |
| Pipe repair or replacement | $281–$1406 |
| Sewer line repair | $1406–$4686 |
| Bathroom rough-in (new) | $1874–$4686 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Maine BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Maine (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Maine (ME). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, plumbers in Maine typically charge between $77 and $104 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Plumbing labor costs in Maine are 6.3% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Maine is $30.18, compared to $32.20 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($30.18/hr in Maine), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $77–$104/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Maine can vary 30–40%), job complexity, and recurring vs. one-time work. Recurring contracts cost less per visit because there's no re-quoting or onboarding.
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