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 Rhode Island

How much does a Pipeline Welding Inspector make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipeline Welding Inspector in Rhode Island is $47,836 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,905
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,714 to $59,388
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,409

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Pipeline Welding Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,388	$4,949	$1,142	$29
Average	$47,836	$3,986	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$38,714	$3,226	$745	$19

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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:

Adamsville: $48,434
Albion: $48,025
Ashaway: $48,343

Adamsville, RI $48,434 Albion, RI $48,025 Ashaway, RI $48,343 Barrington, RI $47,899 Block Island, RI $48,165 Bradford, RI $48,313 Bristol, RI $48,083 Carolina, RI $48,234

Charlestown, RI $48,251 Chepachet, RI $48,155 Clayville, RI $48,021 Coventry, RI $48,023 West Greenwich, RI $48,156 East Greenwich, RI $47,991 Exeter, RI $48,142 Fiskeville, RI $47,898

Forestdale, RI $48,267 Foster, RI $48,130 Glendale, RI $48,271 Greene, RI $48,193 Greenville, RI $47,916 Harmony, RI $47,978 Harrisville, RI $48,250 Hope, RI $47,928

Hope Valley, RI $48,300 Hopkinton, RI $48,364 Jamestown, RI $48,202 Kenyon, RI $48,228 Little Compton, RI $48,427 Manville, RI $48,088 Mapleville, RI $48,164 Newport, RI $48,251

Middletown, RI $48,272 North Kingstown, RI $48,074 North Scituate, RI $47,979 Oakland, RI $48,217 Pascoag, RI $48,282 Pawtucket, RI $47,827 Central Falls, RI $47,848 Cumberland, RI $48,120

Lincoln, RI $47,896 Portsmouth, RI $48,246 Prudence Island, RI $48,146 Rockville, RI $48,356 Saunderstown, RI $48,173 Shannock, RI $48,230 Slatersville, RI $48,267 Slocum, RI $48,172

Tiverton, RI $48,392 Wakefield, RI $48,214 Kingston, RI $48,196 Narragansett, RI $48,228 Peace Dale, RI $48,208 Warren, RI $48,022 Warwick, RI $47,889 Westerly, RI $48,354

West Kingston, RI $48,211 West Warwick, RI $47,947 Wood River Junction, RI $48,280 Woonsocket, RI $48,270 North Smithfield, RI $48,160 Wyoming, RI $48,230 Providence, RI $47,813 Cranston, RI $47,820

North Providence, RI $47,825 East Providence, RI $47,817 Riverside, RI $47,832 Rumford, RI $47,825 Smithfield, RI $47,922 Johnston, RI $47,841

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

$38,714

Average $47,836/year

$59,388

$3,226

Average $3,986/month

$4,949

$745

Average $920/week

$1,142

$19

Average $23/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,388	$4,949	$1,142	$29
Average	$47,836	$3,986	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$38,714	$3,226	$745	$19

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