Details Report for:
47-2152.00 - Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems.
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47-2152.01 Pipe Fitters and Steamfitters 
47-2152.02 Plumbers
Education | Wages & Employment
Education
 Percentage of Respondents |
Education Level Attained |
|---|---|
68   |
High school or less |
| 28 |
Some college |
| 4 |
Bachelor's degree or higher |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
survey of employees aged 25-44.
Wages & Employment Trends
National
| Category | Occupation Information |
|---|---|
| Median wages (2007) | $21.20 hourly, $44,090 annual |
| Employment (2006) | 502,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2006-2016) | 
Average (7% to 13%)
|
| Projected need (2006-2016) | 157,000 additional employees |
State & National
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2007 wage data
and 2006-2016 employment projections
.
"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2006-2016). "Projected need" represents job openings due to growth and net replacement.