Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $29.31 an hour ($60,970 a year). About 4,110 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($63,800). Nebraska ranks 37th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.59 | $42,830 |
| 25% of workers | $23.21 | $48,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.31 | $60,970 |
| 75% of workers | $39.38 | $81,900 |
| 90% of workers | $47.13 | $98,030 |
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $63,400 | 2,430 |
| Lincoln | $60,670 | 650 |
| Grand Island | $55,850 | 150 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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 Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $50,700 |
| Construction Laborers | $47,260 |
| Electricians | $60,820 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | $59,850 |
| Pipelayers | $44,470 |
| Carpenters | $50,320 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $49,510 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $58,360 |
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