Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in Texas
In Texas, helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters earn $38,310 at the median — $18.42 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $52K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Texas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Texas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Texas
Entry-level helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $52K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by metro in Texas
19 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland | $43K | +14% | 90 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $42K | +10% | 620 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $41K | +8% | 1,830 |
| Longview | $41K | +7% | 110 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $41K | +7% | 1,650 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $38K | +0% | 670 |
| Beaumont-Port Arthur | $37K | -3% | 120 |
| Killeen-Temple | $37K | -4% | 80 |
| Corpus Christi | $37K | -4% | 120 |
| Sherman-Denison | $37K | -5% | 40 |
| Tyler | $36K | -7% | 80 |
| Amarillo | $34K | -10% | 80 |
| Victoria | $34K | -11% | 60 |
| College Station-Bryan | $34K | -12% | 90 |
| Lubbock | $34K | -13% | 110 |
| El Paso | $32K | -17% | 150 |
| McAllen-Edinburg-Mission | $31K | -19% | 110 |
| Brownsville-Harlingen | $31K | -20% | 90 |
| Wichita Falls | $29K | -24% | 40 |
Showing 1–10 of 19 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters make in Texas?
The median is $38,310 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,600, and experienced helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters can clear $52,170. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Texas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,735/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,415/month, which eats 51.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters salary go in Texas?
Texas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters salary is worth about $41,873 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.