Welder Salary

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How much does a Welder make? The average Welder salary is $56,184 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $49,994 and $64,201. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Job Openings for Welder
3rd Shift Welder
Peoplelink Staffing Solutions - Fremont , IN
Hand Welder Peoplelink Staffing Solutions has partnered with a well-established manufacturer in Fremont, IN. This company has been a leading manufacturer of trailer axels and brakes within numerous ...
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1st Shift Mig Hand Welder
ETNA Supply - Grand Rapids , MI
Check out our shop >> Mig Hand Welder Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These include the following and other duties may be assigned. * Meet or exceed the expectations of our customers by ...
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WELDER MIG #AU333303
Barton Staffing Solutions - North Aurora , IL
Welder role with a great starting pay of $18/hr. 1st shift hours with a 5:00AM start with lots of OT! Welder Job Description: * Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan ...
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1st Shift - Welder (Eastern)
Workbox Staffing - Livonia , MI
MIG & TIG Welder, Up to $ 22 /hr. - Livonia MI Help the big 3 get their products stored and out the door! Make a difference! Qualifications: * At least 1 year of MIG & TIG Welding experience * Able ...
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Welder
Bodycote - Berlin , CT
We are currently interviewing for a Welder, 2nd Shift, in Berlin, CT Bodycote is offering a $1500 sign-on retention bonus! Bodycote offers:: * Starting wages depend on experience. * Paid holidays and ...
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TIG Welder
Employbridge RMFG Branch 30048 - Galena Park , TX
TIG Welder needed in Galena Park Looking for a TIG Welder with 5 or more years of experience. You will be welding mostly stainless steel ; 12 - 18 gauge doing custom fabrication. Must have experience ...
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Welder Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Welder between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of May 28, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Welder in each city.

Welder Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $70,230
Washington, DC $62,532
Miami, FL $54,217
Chicago, IL $58,937
Boston, MA $62,982
New York, NY $65,622
Dallas, TX $55,453
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Average Salary Range for Welder

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
49994
64201
56184

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
50667
65486
57026
What is the average salary for Welder in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Welder in the United States. The base salary for Welder ranges from $49,994 to $64,201 with the average base salary of $56,184. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,667 to $65,486 with the average total cash compensation of $57,026.

View Average Salary for Welder as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $56,184 $49,994 - $64,201
Bonus $842 $672 - $1,285
Total Pay $57,026 $50,667 - $65,486
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Welder

What's the difference between Journeyman Welder and Welder?
According to our latest salary estimation on May 28, 2024. The average salary of Welder is $56,184, and the average salary of Journeyman Welder is $55,613. The average salary of Journeyman Welder is lower than Welder. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
I am a Welder, which location’s salary is higher, Mcallen, TX or Jersey City, NJ?
Jersey City, NJ typically sees higher pay than Mcallen, TX for Welder. a Welder Salary in Jersey City, NJ is $65,622 as of May 28, 2024; a Welder Salary in Mcallen, TX is $48,318 as of May 28, 2024. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )

Welder Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Welder vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Welder?
Salary ranges for a Welder can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-05-29 salary.com )
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Last Update: May 28, 2024