Plumber Cost Per Hour in Louisiana
$77 – $138We estimate a plumber in Louisiana bills about $77 to $138 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $30.62 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $30.67.
A license from the State Licensing Board for Contractors applies to plumbing projects exceeding $10,000, including labor and materials. Smaller jobs may still require a plumber's license from the State Plumbing Board; check with it.
What common jobs cost in Louisiana
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet Replacement | $230 | $910 |
| Faucet Replacement | $160 | $580 |
| Drain Cleaning | $100 | $390 |
| Garbage Disposal Replacement | $180 | $630 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $750 | $2,050 |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | $1,400 | $4,400 |
| Pipe Repair | $130 | $800 |
| Whole-House Repipe | $3,050 | $13,300 |
| Sewer Line Repair | $1,100 | $5,800 |
| Sump Pump Installation | $450 | $1,850 |
Neighboring states
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $23.39 | $58 | $105 |
| Mississippi | $26.67 | $67 | $120 |
| Texas | $28.77 | $72 | $129 |
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General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.