Pipefitter in Kansas: Jobs, Certifications & Pay
Kansas Pipefitter salaries, license requirements and active job openings: everything you need to plan your career in the Kansas trades.
Kansas Pipefitter Market at a Glance
Pipefitter job market data for Kansas: median pay, projected growth through 2032 and annual job openings, from CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor).
Kansas Pipefitter Salary by Career Stage
See what Pipefitter workers in Kansas earn at every stage of their career, from entry-level apprenticeships to top-earning contractors.
Apprentice Pipefitter
Median Annual Salary
$18 to $23
$39K to $49K
Journeyman Pipefitter
Median Annual Salary
$23 to $31
$49K to $65K
Master Pipefitter
Median Annual Salary
$31 to $40
$65K to $84K
Contractor
Median Annual Salary
$40 to $52+
$84K to $109K+
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
Top Kansas Pipefitter Jobs
Live Pipefitter job openings across Kansas. Browse current postings from top employers and contractors hiring now by pay rate, schedule, work environment plus more.
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See all Pipefitter jobs→Per Diem Pipefitter Jobs in Kansas
Travel for work, earn more. Per diem Pipefitter jobs in Kansas include daily allowances for lodging and meals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed when paid for temporary travel under an employer's accountable plan.
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Per Diem Pipefitter Jobs Pay More
Per diem positions let skilled tradespeople travel while earning premium pay. These short-term assignments add daily allowances for lodging, meals and incidentals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed under an employer's accountable plan.
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Top 10 Highest-Paying US States for Pipefitters
The 10 US states where Pipefitter workers earn the most at the top of their career, ranked by annual salary. Click any state to explore Pipefitter jobs and career data there.
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
| Rank | State | Annual Salary | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oregon | $126,400 | $60.77/hr |
| 2 | Illinois | $120,000 | $57.72/hr |
| 3 | District of Columbia | $114,400 | $55/hr |
| 4 | Minnesota | $108,700 | $52.29/hr |
| 5 | Massachusetts | $108,400 | $52.13/hr |
| 6 | Washington | $107,400 | $51.64/hr |
| 7 | Rhode Island | $107,300 | $51.61/hr |
| 8 | New Jersey | $106,800 | $51.36/hr |
| 9 | Wisconsin | $103,500 | $49.79/hr |
| 10 | Alaska | $102,800 | $49.44/hr |
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These are the states with the most open Pipefitter jobs right now. There is plenty of work out there, so find the job that fits you and start getting hired today.
Kansas Pipefitter FAQ
Common questions about Pipefitter careers in Kansas: licensing, salaries, per diem opportunities, and how to get started.
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Ready to Build Your Pipefitter Career in Kansas?
Pipefitter jobs in Kansas aren't just paychecks. They're careers with real earning potential, job security, and a community of tradespeople who show up and get things built. Kansas contractors are hiring Pipefitter workers right now. Find pipefitter jobs, build your trade file, and take the next step in your career.