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A comprehensive guide to Plumber licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$65,349 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Stable

Top Paying State

Illinois

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
IL
IllinoisCompact: No
96,200Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirements6-24 monthsDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
93,110Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MN
MinnesotaCompact: Yes
83,280Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Pending
83,260Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
83,090Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board6-24 monthsDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: No
79,070Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course required6-24 monthsDetails
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