Robotic Welding Operator Salary in the United States

How much does a Robotic Welding Operator make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Robotic Welding Operator in the United States is $44,916 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,535
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,059 to $49,428
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,636
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Robotic Welding Operator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $49,428 $4,119 $951 $24
Average $44,916 $3,743 $864 $22
25th Percentile $40,059 $3,338 $770 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Robotic Welding Operator Salaries

A Robotic Welding Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Robotic Welding Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Robotic Welding Operator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,444
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,579
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,928
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,714
  • Expert (over 8 years): $48,428
Levels Salary
Entry Level Robotic Welding Operator$44,444
Intermediate Level Robotic Welding Operator$44,579
Senior Level Robotic Welding Operator$45,928
Specialist Level Robotic Welding Operator$47,714
Expert Level Robotic Welding Operator$48,428
$44,444 0 yr
$44,579 < 2 yrs
$45,928 2-4 yrs
$47,714 5-8 yrs
$48,428 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Robotic Welding Operators

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:

  • San Jose: $56,653
  • San Francisco: $56,096
  • Oakland: $54,852

What Skills Can Increase a Robotic Welding Operator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.99% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Machine Operation (Mentioned in 3.23% Job Postings): Applying methods and techniques to implement, maintain, repair, design, and update various machines following specific rules to ensure safety.
  • Container (Mentioned in 2.39% Job Postings): Container is an object used for or capable of holding, esp for transport or storage, such as a carton, box, etc.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.99%
Machine Operation 3.23%
Container 2.39%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Robotic Welding Operator's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$48,510
8%
Dedication
$48,060
7%
Collaboration
$46,713
4%
Leadership
$46,264
3%
Initiative
$46,264
3%
SOP
$45,815
2%
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How Education impacts a Robotic Welding Operator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Robotic Welding Operators enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Robotic Welding Operator with a No Diploma is between $44,700 and $47,709).

Robotic Welding Operator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Robotic Welding Operator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 85.7%
High School 85.7%
Associates 9.5%
Bachelors 4.8%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Robotic Welding Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Robotic Welding Operator'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Robotic Welding Operator

Salaries for a Robotic Welding Operator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $42,492 in 2023 to around $42,529 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Robotic Welding Operator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Robotic Welding Operator Over Time

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2023
$42,492
2024
$42,645
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$42,529
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2024 $42,645
2025 $42,529
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