BLS wage data says plumbers in Michigan earn $31.09/hr. That's 3.5% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$31.09
Customer Rate
$79–$107/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Michigan
National Avg
| Service | Michigan Price Range |
|---|---|
| Drain unclogging (snake) | $145–$290 |
| Toilet repair or replacement | $193–$483 |
| Faucet replacement | $145–$338 |
| Garbage disposal install | $193–$434 |
| Water heater install (tank) | $772–$1931 |
| Tankless water heater install | $1448–$3379 |
| Pipe repair or replacement | $290–$1448 |
| Sewer line repair | $1448–$4827 |
| Bathroom rough-in (new) | $1931–$4827 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Michigan BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Michigan (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Michigan (MI). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, plumbers in Michigan typically charge between $79 and $107 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Plumbing labor costs in Michigan are 3.5% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Michigan is $31.09, compared to $32.20 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($31.09/hr in Michigan), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $79–$107/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Michigan 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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