How to Become a Plumber in Connecticut (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Connecticut employs about 5,410 plumbers earning a median $77,280 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a plumber here means working through a trade school or registered apprenticeship and meeting the Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing credentialing requirements.

Compare Plumber Schools in Connecticut

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Tuition is the published annual figure for the latest reported year and excludes room, board, books and fees. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#SchoolBOC Score (0–100)Tuition (published, per year)Median grad earnings (all majors)Graduation rateOnlineDistance
174.0Contact school for pricing$47,73995%—50 mi
267.5Contact school for pricing$37,62699%—72 mi
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367.0Contact school for pricing$47,36591%—48 mi
462.3$37,275$62,15160%Yes*94 mi
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559.6Contact school for pricing$41,84381%—53 mi
659.5Contact school for pricing$42,51065%—98 mi
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759.1Contact school for pricing$46,91078%—50 mi
858.2Contact school for pricing$54,08878%—26 mi
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947.5$14,349$46,86345%Yes*1 mi
1032.6$14,337$46,28132%—18 mi
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Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Connecticut employs approximately 5,410 plumbers according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $77,280 1. Nationally, plumber employment is projected to grow 4.5% from 2024 to 2034, with about 44,000 openings per year 2. This page covers how to become a Plumber in Connecticut, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Quick Answers About How to Become a Plumber in Connecticut

How to become a Plumber in Connecticut? Connecticut requires credentials such as Plumbing Trainee, Plumbing & Piping Limited Journeyperson, Plumbing & Piping Unlimited Journeyperson. The licensing authority is the Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing 3. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths into the plumber field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Connecticut? Yes. Connecticut has licensing or registration requirements for plumbers. The Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing oversees licensing 3. See the licensing section below for details.

What do plumbers earn in Connecticut? The median annual wage for plumbers in Connecticut is $77,280 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $45,670 and experienced professionals can earn $102,990 or more 1.

How to Become a Plumber in Connecticut

  1. Finish high school or earn a GED. Most Connecticut training programs and registered apprenticeships require a high school diploma or GED to enroll.
  2. Complete a training program or apprenticeship. Enroll in an approved trade school program or a registered apprenticeship in Connecticut that combines classroom instruction with supervised hands-on hours.
  3. Gain supervised work experience. Build documented on-the-job hours under a qualified supervisor; confirm the exact total currently required with the licensing board.
  4. Pass the state exam and apply for your license. Apply to the Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing, pass the required examination, and obtain the plumber credential before working unsupervised in Connecticut.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the apprenticeship sponsor or state apprenticeship office.

Plumber License Requirements in Connecticut

The Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing oversees plumber licensing in Connecticut 3.

License Types

LicenseRequirements
Plumbing Trainee
Plumbing & Piping Limited JourneypersonP-2 UNLIMITED JOURNEYPERSON PLUMBER The holder of this license may do all plumbing and piping work as so defined and only while in the employ of a contractor licensed for such work.
Plumbing & Piping Unlimited JourneypersonP-2 UNLIMITED JOURNEYPERSON PLUMBER The holder of this license may do all plumbing and piping work as so defined and only while in the employ of a contractor licensed for such work.

License information sourced from CareerOneStop 4.

Plumber Apprenticeship Information in Connecticut

Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction and typically last 3 to 5 years. Connecticut’s apprenticeship program is administered by the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training 5.

Contact Information:

  • Office: Connecticut Labor Department, Office of Apprenticeship & Training
  • Address: 200 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, CT 06109-1114
  • Phone: (860) 263-6085
  • Email: [email protected]

Plumber Wages by Metro Area in Connecticut

Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters Wages by Metro Area in Connecticut

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics ( OES data), plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters wages in Connecticut vary by metro area.

Metro AreaEmploymentMedian Annual WageAvg. Annual WageEntry Level
(10th pctile)		Experienced
(90th pctile)
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford1,850$77,190$74,860$43,260$102,180
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury1,000$79,700$79,490$46,940$119,250
Norwich-New London-Willimantic870$76,980$69,820$47,250$99,470
New Haven770$77,620$76,440$46,220$102,840
Waterbury-Shelton670$76,880$79,470$47,040$102,990

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for plumbers in Connecticut? Connecticut currently employs approximately 5,410 plumbers 1. Nationally, plumber employment is projected to grow 4.5% from 2024 to 2034 2.

Can I work as a plumber in Connecticut with an out-of-state license? Contact the Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Connecticut? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in Connecticut. You can also contact the Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training for apprenticeship opportunities.

How much do plumbers earn in Connecticut compared to the national average? The median annual wage for plumbers in Connecticut is $77,280, which is $14,310 above the national median of $62,970 according to BLS data 1.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

  3. Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing - Licensing Information: https://www.ct.gov/dcp ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  4. CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

  5. Connecticut Office of Apprenticeship Training: http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/progsupt/appren/WorkSchedules/SponsorReport1.htm ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

DataProviderVintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsMay 2025
Employment ProjectionsU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data SystemNational Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirementsCareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programsCareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)