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Plumber Salary in Malaysia

Plumbers install and repair piping, fixtures, and water systems. The Malaysia median is $39,805 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default; source data is MYR). FX as of Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

National median
$39,805
per year
Monthly (national)
$3,317
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$39,805
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$19.14
varies by city

Plumber salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$39,805
Petaling Jaya, MY$39,805
Ipoh, MY$39,805
Malacca, MY$39,805
Kota Bharu, MY$39,805
Kuantan, MY$39,805
Kota Kinabalu, MY$39,805
Kuala Terengganu, MY$39,805
Alor Setar, MY$39,805
Kuching, MY$39,805
Seremban, MY$39,805
Kuala Lumpur, MY$27,765

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a plumber make in Malaysia?
The national median plumber salary in Malaysia is about RM 162,000 per year (RM 13,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 113,000 to RM 162,000.
Which Malaysia city pays plumbers the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 162,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays plumbers the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 113,000 per year for a plumber.
What is the typical salary range for a plumber in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, plumber pay commonly spans from about RM 80,100 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 224,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have plumber salary data?
Pay by Role publishes plumber pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is plumber in demand in Malaysia?
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.