Plumber

$62,350 earning potential

Plumbers install, maintain and repair water systems in homes and businesses. They install pipes that carry the liquids or gases, and they upgrade and repair existing systems.

$62,350

High-end Earners in

South Carolina ( Top 10% )

$48,680

median annual wage

$24

median hourly wage

Responsibilities

Diagnose malfunctions, determine the materials needed and prepare a cost estimate
Install pipes that can carry water, steam, air or waste
Ensure that all systems and equipment meets safety standards and building codes
Install fixtures like sinks and tanks
Resolve plumbing problems
Cut into infrastructure such as walls or ceilings to make room for the pipes and fixtures

South Carolina Job Outlook

4,210

Average annual job openings

6,554

Number of jobs by 2030

+7%

Expected growth from 2024 to 2030

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