BLS wage data says plumbers in Utah earn $31.99/hr. That's 0.7% below the national average. Here's what that means for your bids.
BLS Hourly Wage
$31.99
Customer Rate
$82–$110/hr
Markup Factor
3.0x
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) 2023. Customer rate = wage × markup.
Utah
National Avg
| Service | Utah Price Range |
|---|---|
| Drain unclogging (snake) | $149–$298 |
| Toilet repair or replacement | $199–$497 |
| Faucet replacement | $149–$348 |
| Garbage disposal install | $199–$447 |
| Water heater install (tank) | $795–$1987 |
| Tankless water heater install | $1490–$3477 |
| Pipe repair or replacement | $298–$1490 |
| Sewer line repair | $1490–$4967 |
| Bathroom rough-in (new) | $1987–$4967 |
Prices adjusted from national averages using Utah BLS wage data. Your local market may vary.
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Estimated per-job price for Utah (—–—/hr effective rate)
Based on BLS wage data for Utah (UT). Rates reflect state-level labor costs.
Based on BLS wage data, plumbers in Utah typically charge between $82 and $110 per hour. The actual rate depends on the job type, scope, and whether materials are included.
Plumbing labor costs in Utah are 0.7% below the national average. The BLS-reported hourly wage in Utah is $31.99, compared to $32.20 nationally.
Start with your labor cost ($31.99/hr in Utah), apply a 3.0x markup to cover overhead, supplies, insurance, and profit. That puts your customer-facing rate around $82–$110/hr. Then adjust for job scope: complex jobs command higher rates.
The biggest factors are metro vs. rural (cities within Utah 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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