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Plumber Salary in Germany

Plumbers install and repair piping, fixtures, and water systems. The Germany median is $107,095 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$107,095
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,896
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$107,095
Stuttgart, DE
Hourly (national)
$51.48
varies by city

Plumber salary by city in Germany

CityPer year
Stuttgart, DE$107,095
Essen, DE$107,095
Dortmund, DE$107,095
Dresden, DE$107,095
Bremen, DE$107,095
Nuremberg, DE$107,095
Munich, DE$80,635
Frankfurt, DE$78,468
Hamburg, DE$76,985
Berlin, DE$73,222
Düsseldorf, DE$71,397
Cologne, DE$68,317

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a plumber make in Germany?
The national median plumber salary in Germany is about 93.900 € per year (7.800 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 59.900 € to 93.900 €.
Which Germany city pays plumbers the most?
Stuttgart, DE pays the most at about 93.900 € per year.
Which Germany city pays plumbers the least?
Among cities we cover, Cologne, DE is on the lower end at about 59.900 € per year for a plumber.
What is the typical salary range for a plumber in Germany?
Across Germany cities we cover, plumber pay commonly spans from about 42.400 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 130.100 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Germany cities have plumber salary data?
Pay by Role publishes plumber pay for 12 cities in Germany, all shown in EUR.
Is plumber in demand in Germany?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Carpenter, Chef.