Plumber Cost Per Hour in Texas
$72 – $129We estimate a plumber in Texas bills about $72 to $129 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $28.77 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $30.67.
The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners regulates plumbers and urges consumers to always hire a licensed plumber.
Metro areas
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | $29.45 | $74 | $133 |
| Houston | $29.47 | $74 | $133 |
| San Antonio | $27.97 | $70 | $126 |
What common jobs cost in Texas
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet Replacement | $220 | $890 |
| Faucet Replacement | $150 | $560 |
| Drain Cleaning | $90 | $370 |
| Garbage Disposal Replacement | $170 | $610 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $740 | $2,000 |
| Tankless Water Heater Installation | $1,350 | $4,300 |
| Pipe Repair | $120 | $770 |
| Whole-House Repipe | $2,950 | $12,800 |
| Sewer Line Repair | $1,100 | $5,600 |
| Sump Pump Installation | $440 | $1,800 |
Neighboring states
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $23.39 | $58 | $105 |
| Louisiana | $30.62 | $77 | $138 |
| New Mexico | $29.54 | $74 | $133 |
| Oklahoma | $27.87 | $70 | $125 |
Sources
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.