BLS wage data says plumbers in Pennsylvania earn $31.69/hr. That's 1.6% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$31.69
Customer Rate
$81–$109/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Pennsylvania
National Avg
| Service | Pennsylvania Price Range |
|---|---|
| Drain unclogging (snake) | $148–$295 |
| Toilet repair or replacement | $197–$492 |
| Faucet replacement | $148–$344 |
| Garbage disposal install | $197–$443 |
| Water heater install (tank) | $787–$1968 |
| Tankless water heater install | $1476–$3444 |
| Pipe repair or replacement | $295–$1476 |
| Sewer line repair | $1476–$4920 |
| Bathroom rough-in (new) | $1968–$4920 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Pennsylvania BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Pennsylvania (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Pennsylvania (PA). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, plumbers in Pennsylvania typically charge between $81 and $109 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Plumbing labor costs in Pennsylvania are 1.6% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Pennsylvania is $31.69, compared to $32.20 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($31.69/hr in Pennsylvania), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $81–$109/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Pennsylvania 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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