The average annual wage of the occupations is $52,840 and $25 per hour. 3 vocational programs could be taken for the Pipelayers career. Based on BLS data, a total of 34,840 employees were employed in the Occupation.
The 2024 average tuition over the programs for preparing Pipelayers is $13,997. The average length of the programs is 455 hours and the average completion time is 12.50 months.
The following 3 vocational programs are required or helpful to prepare Pipelayers.
The tuition, program length, and completion time program information is average amounts over all schools that offer each program. This information is only for vocational programs (i.e. certificate programs) and not for bachelor's or graduate degrees.
| Program Name | Number of Schools | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Lengths | Avg. Completion Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter | 43 | $18,200 | - | 600 Hours | 5.00 Months |
| Plumbing Technology/Plumber | 153 | $10,940 | $694 | 721 Hours | 20.50 Months |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services (other) | 6 | $12,850 | $700 | 43 Hours | 12.00 Months |
The following 20 occupations are related to Pipelayers.
The following 190 schools offer the vocational programs and certificate courses for preparing Pipelayers. The list includes some 4-year colleges that have certificate or associate programs for the career.