Welder salary in United States

The average salary for a Welder is $24.51 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 27.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Welder salaries typically range between a low of $15.99 and a high of $37.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Welder include Sacramento, CA at $28.72 per hour, Norfolk, VA at $27.95 per hour, and Hartford, WI at $25.83 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Welder include Labor Connections, LLC ($500,000 per year) and Sullivan County ($304,527 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Welder salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Welder: Average $18.82 per hour
• Senior Welder: Average $27.78 per hour