Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints.
Pipelayers
SOC: 47-2151 O*NET: 47-2151.00
Median Salary
$48,710
per year
Job Growth
📉 -4.1%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or less
Job Zone 1
Lay pipe for storm or sanitation sewers, drains, and water mains. Perform any combination of the following tasks: grade trenches or culverts, position pipe, or seal joints.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$29,226
25th
$38,968
50th (Median)
$48,710
75th
$58,452
90th
$73,065
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:34,400
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-4.1%
Annual Openings:2,400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)34,400
Current
2034 (Projected)32,900
-4.1%
-1,400
Employment Change
-4.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
Top Skills
✓
Operation and Control
Operation and Control
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Quality Control Analysis
Quality Control Analysis
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Building and Construction
✓
Public Safety and Security
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or less
Experience Required
Little or no previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Job Training
Short demonstration or on-the-job training