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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

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

Illinois

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
IL
IllinoisCompact: No
$96,200Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirementsVaries by boardDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
$93,110Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MN
MinnesotaCompact: Yes
$83,280Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Pending
$83,260Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
$83,090Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: No
$79,070Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states