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Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters average salary by city in Kentucky
- Louisville$43,580
- Lexington$42,690
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $43,580 | $45,200 | $38,400 | $34,830 | 93 |
| Lexington | $42,690 | $43,000 | $37,600 | $33,931 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Louisville's local income tax (2.2%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters salary by city and state
More about pay in Kentucky
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 47-3015.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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