Mumbai plumber earns Rs 18 lakh salary, owns a Creta; leaves Reddit users contemplating life choices

Ever chatted with your plumber and ended up questioning your own career path?

In metropolises like Mumbai, where dreams clash with everyday hustles, some standout examples remind us that success doesn't always require a suit or a fancy degree.
Even simple conversations during a pipe repair might compel us to rethink things, revealing that the guy fixing your leak might be driving a swanky SUV while you're stuck in traffic, pondering "what ifs."

One such incident happened when a plumber revealed to a township resident how he earns lakhs through his work, but what stunned him came later.

Mumbai plumber's Rs 18 lakh income stuns internet

A casual chat with a plumber in a Mumbai township left a resident pondering after learning the blue-collar worker pulls in Rs 18 lakh per year from contracts across Mira Road, Borivali, and Kandivali.

The story went viral on Reddit in a post titled 'A Plumber in Mumbai is earning Rs 18 LPA,' where the user described their shock during a pipe repair conversation. Not only does he earn big, but he's also bought a 2023 Hyundai Creta, built a house in his village, and invested in farmland. The user captioned, "Dude has become rich. At this point of time I am contemplating my life choices. Times that we are living in right now, huh?"

The plumber opened up casually about his finances when asked. "I asked him in general how much he makes in a year. This man revealed that combining all the incomes of the townships that he works in, he makes around Rs 18 LPA," the Reddit user shared, initially doubting it was a joke until specifics poured in.

Social media begins a debate

Social media erupted with support, emphasising why such jobs thrive. Users pointed out plumbers' high charges – "Insane, but I know because they charge min 500 for even just one hour of work and anything is extra depending on task at hand!" – explaining the income. Others wrote, "If you think plumbers are making a lot of money in Mumbai, you should check out what they earn in the US and Australia!"

One user wrote that the future of such jobs might be bright: "Blue-collar jobs will always be in demand. You can get high pay if you get the right experience and can market your skills well. Plumbers, electricians, carpenters, mechanics, and nurses. These jobs are not easily replaced with AI," one commenter wrote. Seasonal peaks amplify earnings too, including "March, April, May: The AC service and installation guy in Delhi makes Rs 3 lakh in these three months and does agriculture the rest of the year in his village. Blue collar is earning well," added another.