How much does a Stainless Steel Welder make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Stainless Steel Welder in California is $59,540. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $54,258 to $64,521, with most professionals earning between $49,448 and $69,055.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Stainless Steel Welder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $49,448 CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $54,258 CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $59,540 CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $64,521 CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Stainless Steel Welder Salary $69,055 CA April 01, 2025
25% $54,258 10% $49,448 90% $69,055 75% $64,521 $59,540 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Stainless Steel Welder ?

A welder or lit operator is a tradesperson who specializes in fusing materials together. The term welder refers to the operator, the machine is referred to as the welding power supply. The materials to be joined can be metals (such as steel, aluminum, brass, stainless steel etc.) or varieties of plastic or polymer. Welders typically have to have good dexterity and attention to detail, as well as technical knowledge about the materials being joined and best practices in the field....

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $57,679 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $58,868 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $60,591 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $57,635 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $56,297 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $59,798 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $57,756 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $54,832 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $67,230 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $67,076 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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    Welder I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Stainless Steel Welder

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Welder III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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