BLS wage data says plumbers in Rhode Island earn $33.80/hr. That's 5.0% above the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$33.80
Customer Rate
$86–$117/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Rhode Island
National Avg
| Service | Rhode Island Price Range |
|---|---|
| Drain unclogging (snake) | $157–$315 |
| Toilet repair or replacement | $210–$525 |
| Faucet replacement | $157–$367 |
| Garbage disposal install | $210–$472 |
| Water heater install (tank) | $840–$2099 |
| Tankless water heater install | $1574–$3674 |
| Pipe repair or replacement | $315–$1574 |
| Sewer line repair | $1574–$5248 |
| Bathroom rough-in (new) | $2099–$5248 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Rhode Island BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Rhode Island (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Rhode Island (RI). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, plumbers in Rhode Island typically charge between $86 and $117 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Plumbing labor costs in Rhode Island are 5.0% above the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Rhode Island is $33.80, compared to $32.20 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($33.80/hr in Rhode Island), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $86–$117/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Rhode Island 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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