Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $45.39 an hour ($94,410 a year). About 10,720 people work in this job there.
That is 48% higher than the U.S. median ($63,800). Minnesota ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.42 | $48,720 |
| 25% of workers | $29.40 | $61,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.39 | $94,410 |
| 75% of workers | $52.29 | $108,750 |
| 90% of workers | $58.20 | $121,050 |
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $101,630 | 6,730 |
| St. Cloud | $90,230 | 830 |
| Duluth | $85,060 | 420 |
| Rochester | $84,880 | 490 |
| Mankato | $74,450 | 130 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 42,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $59,200 |
| Construction Laborers | $60,260 |
| Electricians | $78,160 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | $76,350 |
| Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators | $75,850 |
| Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door | $76,640 |
| Pipelayers | $81,980 |
| Carpenters | $64,930 |
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