What are the main factors that influence a Pipeline Welding Inspector'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 Welding Inspector?

Pipeline Welding Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipeline Welding Inspector roles are District of Columbia $51,085, California $50,891, Massachusetts $50,213. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pipeline Welding Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Pipeline Welding Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Water&Sewer Pipeline Inspector: $78,523; Pipeline Inspector: $77,482; Welding Instructor: $59,860; Certified Welding Inspector: $57,736; Welding Inspector: $56,782.

Pipeline Welding Inspector Salary in Nevada

How much does a Pipeline Welding Inspector make in Nevada?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipeline Welding Inspector in Nevada is $45,663 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,729
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,955 to $56,690
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,028

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Pipeline Welding Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,690	$4,724	$1,090	$27
Average	$45,663	$3,805	$878	$22
25th Percentile	$36,955	$3,080	$711	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Pipeline Welding Inspector Salaries

A Pipeline Welding Inspector'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 Welding Inspector 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 Welding Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,085.
California: $50,891.
Massachusetts: $50,213.

District of Columbia $51,085 California $50,891 Massachusetts $50,213 Washington $50,028 New Jersey $50,010 Alaska $49,945 Connecticut $49,308 New York $49,050

Hawaii $48,224 Rhode Island $47,836 Maryland $47,573 Minnesota $47,214 Colorado $47,075 Illinois $47,029 Oregon $46,854 Delaware $46,724

New Hampshire $46,643 Virginia $46,461 Pennsylvania $45,931 Nevada $45,663 North Dakota $45,576 Michigan $45,437 Wisconsin $45,386 Vermont $45,285

Texas $45,003 Maine $44,985 Arizona $44,957 Ohio $44,925 Georgia $44,501 Indiana $44,288 Wyoming $44,247 Utah $44,182

Iowa $44,155 Kansas $43,933 Louisiana $43,868 North Carolina $43,845 Missouri $43,836 Florida $43,656 Montana $43,559 Nebraska $43,467

Kentucky $43,416 South Carolina $43,232 Tennessee $43,116 Idaho $43,070 New Mexico $42,733 Oklahoma $42,660 Alabama $42,387 South Dakota $41,931

Arkansas $41,682 West Virginia $41,548 Mississippi $41,146

Top Paying Cities for Pipeline Welding Inspectors

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:

The Lakes: $44,833
Alamo: $46,137
Henderson: $44,842

The Lakes, NV $44,833 Alamo, NV $46,137 Henderson, NV $44,842 Beatty, NV $46,190 Blue Diamond, NV $44,894 Boulder City, NV $44,951 Bunkerville, NV $45,894 Caliente, NV $45,990

Dyer, NV $46,150 Goldfield, NV $46,128 Hiko, NV $46,037 Indian Springs, NV $45,462 Jean, NV $45,242 Amargosa Valley, NV $46,179 Logandale, NV $45,848 Manhattan, NV $46,209

Mercury, NV $46,047 Mesquite, NV $46,160 Moapa, NV $45,485 Laughlin, NV $45,976 North Las Vegas, NV $44,833 Coyote Springs, NV $45,802 Cal Nev Ari, NV $45,780 Overton, NV $45,358

Pahrump, NV $45,863 Panaca, NV $45,942 Pioche, NV $45,949 Round Mountain, NV $46,146 Searchlight, NV $45,566 Silverpeak, NV $46,290 Tonopah, NV $46,144 Sloan, NV $44,859

Las Vegas, NV $44,833 Nellis Afb, NV $44,833 Ely, NV $46,134 Austin, NV $46,106 Baker, NV $45,936 Duckwater, NV $46,170 Eureka, NV $46,133 Lund, NV $46,130

Mc Gill, NV $46,196 Ruth, NV $46,298 Crystal Bay, NV $46,740 Dayton, NV $46,155 Denio, NV $46,021 Empire, NV $46,138 Fallon, NV $46,218 Fernley, NV $46,251

Gabbs, NV $46,147 Gardnerville, NV $46,259 Genoa, NV $46,179 Gerlach, NV $46,158 Glenbrook, NV $46,224 Golconda, NV $46,125 Hawthorne, NV $46,222 Imlay, NV $46,156

Lovelock, NV $46,217 Luning, NV $46,230 Mc Dermitt, NV $45,996 Mina, NV $46,138 Minden, NV $46,142 Nixon, NV $46,155 Orovada, NV $46,057 Paradise Valley, NV $46,115

Schurz, NV $46,175 Silver City, NV $46,074 Silver Springs, NV $46,238 Smith, NV $46,210 Sparks, NV $46,231 Sun Valley, NV $46,233 Valmy, NV $46,212 Verdi, NV $46,306

Virginia City, NV $46,099 Wadsworth, NV $46,213 Wellington, NV $46,216 Winnemucca, NV $46,181 Yerington, NV $46,200 Zephyr Cove, NV $46,271 Stateline, NV $46,290 Incline Village, NV $46,358

Reno, NV $46,231 Carson City, NV $46,028 Washoe Valley, NV $46,063 Elko, NV $46,233 Spring Creek, NV $46,234 Battle Mountain, NV $46,171 Crescent Valley, NV $46,154 Carlin, NV $46,205

Deeth, NV $46,137 Halleck, NV $46,137 Jackpot, NV $45,760 Jarbidge, NV $45,862 Lamoille, NV $46,164 Montello, NV $45,861 Mountain City, NV $45,993 Owyhee, NV $45,869

Ruby Valley, NV $46,119 Tuscarora, NV $46,085 Wells, NV $46,080 West Wendover, NV $46,121

Pipeline Welding Inspector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pipeline Welding Inspector'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

$36,955

Average $45,663/year

$56,690

$3,080

Average $3,805/month

$4,724

$711

Average $878/week

$1,090

$18

Average $22/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,690	$4,724	$1,090	$27
Average	$45,663	$3,805	$878	$22
25th Percentile	$36,955	$3,080	$711	$18

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