Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Salary in California
Also called: Plumber Helpers
Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters in California earn a median of $47,130 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $47,130
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($42,360)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 2,500
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,880; the top 10% earn over $62,370. Nationally the range is $33,590 to $57,780.
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Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in California
How much do helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters make in California?
The median is $47,130 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,880 and the top 10% earn over $62,370. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for helpers--pipelayers, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 48 (+11% vs. the national median of $42,360). Living costs are not included.