What are the main factors that influence a Pipeline Welder's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Pipeline Welder?

Pipeline Welder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipeline Welder roles are District of Columbia $53,233, California $53,031, Massachusetts $52,324. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pipeline Welder roles make?

Salaries for Pipeline Welder level roles vary by specialization: Pipeline Manager: $162,500; Pipeline Foreman: $147,794; Pipeline Supervisor: $133,549; Pipeline Specialist: $89,957; Pipeline Controller: $87,211.

Pipeline Welder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipeline Welder make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipeline Welder in Delaware is $48,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Pipeline Welder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,151
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,405 to $60,447
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,951

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Pipeline Welder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,447	$5,037	$1,162	$29
Average	$48,690	$4,057	$936	$23
25th Percentile	$39,405	$3,284	$758	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Pipeline Welder Salaries

A Pipeline Welder's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Pipeline Welder Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pipeline Welders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,233.
California: $53,031.
Massachusetts: $52,324.

District of Columbia $53,233 California $53,031 Massachusetts $52,324 Washington $52,132 New Jersey $52,113 Alaska $52,045 Connecticut $51,382 New York $51,113

Hawaii $50,252 Rhode Island $49,848 Maryland $49,574 Minnesota $49,199 Colorado $49,055 Illinois $49,007 Oregon $48,824 Delaware $48,690

New Hampshire $48,605 Virginia $48,415 Pennsylvania $47,863 Nevada $47,584 North Dakota $47,492 Michigan $47,348 Wisconsin $47,295 Vermont $47,189

Texas $46,896 Maine $46,877 Arizona $46,848 Ohio $46,814 Georgia $46,372 Indiana $46,151 Wyoming $46,108 Utah $46,040

Iowa $46,012 Kansas $45,781 Louisiana $45,713 North Carolina $45,689 Missouri $45,680 Florida $45,492 Montana $45,391 Nebraska $45,295

Kentucky $45,242 South Carolina $45,050 Tennessee $44,930 Idaho $44,882 New Mexico $44,531 Oklahoma $44,454 Alabama $44,170 South Dakota $43,694

Arkansas $43,434 West Virginia $43,295 Mississippi $42,877

Top Paying Cities for Pipeline Welders

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $48,470
Little Creek: $48,825
Magnolia: $48,755

Lincoln, DE $48,470 Little Creek, DE $48,825 Magnolia, DE $48,755 Milford, DE $48,593 Marydel, DE $48,673 Millsboro, DE $48,267 Millville, DE $48,341 Milton, DE $48,425

Nassau, DE $48,460 Ocean View, DE $48,333 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,426 Seaford, DE $48,453 Selbyville, DE $48,253 Smyrna, DE $48,859 Viola, DE $48,634 Woodside, DE $48,765

Bear, DE $48,652 Newark, DE $48,634 Claymont, DE $48,733 Delaware City, DE $48,682 Hockessin, DE $48,629 Kirkwood, DE $48,673 Middletown, DE $48,692 Montchanin, DE $48,640

New Castle, DE $48,648 Odessa, DE $48,716 Port Penn, DE $48,749 Rockland, DE $48,645 Saint Georges, DE $48,677 Townsend, DE $48,752 Winterthur, DE $48,651 Lewes, DE $48,444

Wilmington, DE $48,632 Dover, DE $48,825 Dover Afb, DE $48,568 Bethany Beach, DE $48,282 Bethel, DE $48,332 Bridgeville, DE $48,446 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,688 Cheswold, DE $48,809

Clayton, DE $48,811 Dagsboro, DE $48,249 Delmar, DE $48,171 Ellendale, DE $48,317 Felton, DE $48,589 Fenwick Island, DE $48,259 Frankford, DE $48,175 Frederica, DE $48,638

Georgetown, DE $48,230 Greenwood, DE $48,454 Harbeson, DE $48,282 Harrington, DE $48,528 Hartly, DE $48,679 Houston, DE $48,459 Kenton, DE $48,813 Laurel, DE $48,202

Yorklyn, DE $48,644

Pipeline Welder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pipeline Welder's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$39,405

Average $48,690/year

$60,447

$3,284

Average $4,057/month

$5,037

$758

Average $936/week

$1,162

$19

Average $23/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,447	$5,037	$1,162	$29
Average	$48,690	$4,057	$936	$23
25th Percentile	$39,405	$3,284	$758	$19

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