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
BPBP 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
BPBP South Carolina Job Outlook
4,210
Average annual job openings
6,554
Number of jobs by 2030
7%
Expected growth from
2025 to 2030
2025 to 2030