Plumber salary in Australia

The average salary for a Plumber is $48.56 per hour in Australia. This figure is based on 876 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 10 August 2026.

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Plumber salaries typically range between a low of $36.71 and a high of $64.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Plumber include Newcastle NSW at $61.48 per hour, Townsville QLD at $54.96 per hour and Canberra ACT at $53.48 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Plumber include O'Brien Glass Industries (USD 234,000 per year) and Techforce Personnel (USD 130,867 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Plumber salary compares to related positions:

• Apprentice Plumber: Average $60,927 per year
• Journeyperson Plumber: Average $72,187 per year
• Senior Plumber: Average $97,596 per year