What are the main factors that influence a Qc 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 Qc Welding Inspector?

Qc Welding Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Qc Welding Inspector roles are District of Columbia $51,551, California $51,355, Massachusetts $50,671. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Qc Welding Inspector level roles vary by specialization: QC Inspector IV: $75,500; QC Inspector III: $67,500; Welding Instructor: $59,860; Certified Welding Inspector: $57,736; Welding Inspector: $56,782.

Qc Welding Inspector Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Qc Welding Inspector in Rhode Island is $48,273 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,543
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,068 to $59,930
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,686

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Qc Welding Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,930	$4,994	$1,152	$29
Average	$48,273	$4,023	$928	$23
25th Percentile	$39,068	$3,256	$751	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Qc Welding Inspector Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $51,551.
California: $51,355.
Massachusetts: $50,671.

District of Columbia $51,551 California $51,355 Massachusetts $50,671 Washington $50,485 New Jersey $50,466 Alaska $50,401 Connecticut $49,758 New York $49,498

Hawaii $48,664 Rhode Island $48,273 Maryland $48,008 Minnesota $47,645 Colorado $47,505 Illinois $47,458 Oregon $47,281 Delaware $47,151

New Hampshire $47,069 Virginia $46,886 Pennsylvania $46,350 Nevada $46,080 North Dakota $45,992 Michigan $45,852 Wisconsin $45,801 Vermont $45,698

Texas $45,414 Maine $45,396 Arizona $45,368 Ohio $45,335 Georgia $44,907 Indiana $44,693 Wyoming $44,651 Utah $44,586

Iowa $44,558 Kansas $44,334 Louisiana $44,269 North Carolina $44,246 Missouri $44,236 Florida $44,055 Montana $43,957 Nebraska $43,864

Kentucky $43,813 South Carolina $43,626 Tennessee $43,510 Idaho $43,463 New Mexico $43,124 Oklahoma $43,049 Alabama $42,774 South Dakota $42,313

Arkansas $42,062 West Virginia $41,927 Mississippi $41,522

Top Paying Cities for Qc 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: $48,877
Albion: $48,464
Ashaway: $48,784

Adamsville, RI $48,877 Albion, RI $48,464 Ashaway, RI $48,784 Barrington, RI $48,336 Block Island, RI $48,605 Bradford, RI $48,755 Bristol, RI $48,522 Carolina, RI $48,674

Charlestown, RI $48,692 Chepachet, RI $48,595 Clayville, RI $48,459 Coventry, RI $48,462 West Greenwich, RI $48,595 East Greenwich, RI $48,429 Exeter, RI $48,582 Fiskeville, RI $48,335

Forestdale, RI $48,707 Foster, RI $48,569 Glendale, RI $48,711 Greene, RI $48,633 Greenville, RI $48,354 Harmony, RI $48,416 Harrisville, RI $48,690 Hope, RI $48,365

Hope Valley, RI $48,741 Hopkinton, RI $48,805 Jamestown, RI $48,642 Kenyon, RI $48,668 Little Compton, RI $48,869 Manville, RI $48,527 Mapleville, RI $48,604 Newport, RI $48,691

Middletown, RI $48,713 North Kingstown, RI $48,512 North Scituate, RI $48,417 Oakland, RI $48,657 Pascoag, RI $48,722 Pawtucket, RI $48,264 Central Falls, RI $48,285 Cumberland, RI $48,559

Lincoln, RI $48,334 Portsmouth, RI $48,686 Prudence Island, RI $48,586 Rockville, RI $48,798 Saunderstown, RI $48,613 Shannock, RI $48,671 Slatersville, RI $48,708 Slocum, RI $48,612

Tiverton, RI $48,834 Wakefield, RI $48,654 Kingston, RI $48,636 Narragansett, RI $48,668 Peace Dale, RI $48,648 Warren, RI $48,461 Warwick, RI $48,326 Westerly, RI $48,795

West Kingston, RI $48,651 West Warwick, RI $48,385 Wood River Junction, RI $48,721 Woonsocket, RI $48,710 North Smithfield, RI $48,599 Wyoming, RI $48,671 Providence, RI $48,250 Cranston, RI $48,256

North Providence, RI $48,262 East Providence, RI $48,253 Riverside, RI $48,268 Rumford, RI $48,261 Smithfield, RI $48,359 Johnston, RI $48,278

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

Understanding how a Qc 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

$39,068

Average $48,273/year

$59,930

$3,256

Average $4,023/month

$4,994

$751

Average $928/week

$1,152

$19

Average $23/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,930	$4,994	$1,152	$29
Average	$48,273	$4,023	$928	$23
25th Percentile	$39,068	$3,256	$751	$19

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