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Plumbers in the US - Employment (2021-2031)
There are xx employees in the Plumbers industry in the US, which is expected to grow at xx% over the next five years. Industry contractors install and maintain plumbing fixtures, fittings and equipment. Industry activities include work on household pipes and drains, installing gas cooking and heating appliances, as well as working on bathroom and toilet fixtures and venting systems. Emergency repair work (e.g., unclogging drains or repairing burst water mains) represents a significant source of industry revenue. Contractors may also supply plumbing appliances and coupling products for construction projects.
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Employment
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Employees
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Businesses
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Profit
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2021-2026 XX%
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are employed in the Plumbers in the US in 2026?
There is 751,239 people employed in the Plumbers in the US as of 2026.
What is employment growth in the Plumbers in the US in 2026?
The number of people employed in the Plumbers in the US grew 3.3% on average over the five years between 2021 and 2026.
Is employment in the Plumbers in the US expected to grow or decline over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Plumbers in the US to understand if the industry employment is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
How many people does the average business in the Plumbers in the US employ?
The average Plumbers in the US business is 5.8 employees.
Are businesses in the Plumbers in the US adding employees?
The average business in the Plumbers in the US now employs more workers than it did five years ago.
How productive are employees in the Plumbers in the US?
The revenue per employee for the average business in the Plumbers in the US has decreased in the last five years.
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