What are the main factors that influence a Skilled 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 Skilled Welder?

Skilled Welder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Skilled Welder roles are District of Columbia $53,930, California $53,725, Massachusetts $53,009. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Skilled Welder roles make?

Salaries for Skilled Welder level roles vary by specialization: Skilled Nurse: $82,189; Skilled Trade: $75,150; Skilled Technician: $61,926; Skilled Tradesman: $58,902; Welder: $55,743.

Skilled Welder Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Skilled Welder make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Skilled Welder in Rhode Island is $50,501 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,798
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,870 to $62,696
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,103

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Skilled Welder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,696	$5,225	$1,206	$30
Average	$50,501	$4,208	$971	$24
25th Percentile	$40,870	$3,406	$786	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Skilled Welder Salaries

A Skilled 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 Skilled 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 Skilled Welders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,930.
California: $53,725.
Massachusetts: $53,009.

District of Columbia $53,930 California $53,725 Massachusetts $53,009 Washington $52,814 New Jersey $52,795 Alaska $52,727 Connecticut $52,055 New York $51,782

Hawaii $50,910 Rhode Island $50,501 Maryland $50,223 Minnesota $49,843 Colorado $49,697 Illinois $49,648 Oregon $49,463 Delaware $49,327

New Hampshire $49,241 Virginia $49,049 Pennsylvania $48,489 Nevada $48,207 North Dakota $48,114 Michigan $47,968 Wisconsin $47,914 Vermont $47,807

Texas $47,510 Maine $47,491 Arizona $47,461 Ohio $47,427 Georgia $46,979 Indiana $46,755 Wyoming $46,711 Utah $46,643

Iowa $46,614 Kansas $46,380 Louisiana $46,312 North Carolina $46,287 Missouri $46,278 Florida $46,088 Montana $45,986 Nebraska $45,888

Kentucky $45,835 South Carolina $45,640 Tennessee $45,518 Idaho $45,469 New Mexico $45,114 Oklahoma $45,036 Alabama $44,748 South Dakota $44,266

Arkansas $44,003 West Virginia $43,862 Mississippi $43,438

Top Paying Cities for Skilled 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:

Adamsville: $51,132
Albion: $50,700
Ashaway: $51,035

Adamsville, RI $51,132 Albion, RI $50,700 Ashaway, RI $51,035 Barrington, RI $50,567 Block Island, RI $50,848 Bradford, RI $51,004 Bristol, RI $50,761 Carolina, RI $50,920

Charlestown, RI $50,939 Chepachet, RI $50,837 Clayville, RI $50,696 Coventry, RI $50,698 West Greenwich, RI $50,838 East Greenwich, RI $50,664 Exeter, RI $50,824 Fiskeville, RI $50,566

Forestdale, RI $50,955 Foster, RI $50,811 Glendale, RI $50,959 Greene, RI $50,877 Greenville, RI $50,585 Harmony, RI $50,650 Harrisville, RI $50,937 Hope, RI $50,597

Hope Valley, RI $50,990 Hopkinton, RI $51,058 Jamestown, RI $50,887 Kenyon, RI $50,914 Little Compton, RI $51,124 Manville, RI $50,767 Mapleville, RI $50,847 Newport, RI $50,938

Middletown, RI $50,961 North Kingstown, RI $50,751 North Scituate, RI $50,651 Oakland, RI $50,902 Pascoag, RI $50,971 Pawtucket, RI $50,491 Central Falls, RI $50,513 Cumberland, RI $50,800

Lincoln, RI $50,564 Portsmouth, RI $50,933 Prudence Island, RI $50,828 Rockville, RI $51,050 Saunderstown, RI $50,856 Shannock, RI $50,917 Slatersville, RI $50,956 Slocum, RI $50,855

Tiverton, RI $51,088 Wakefield, RI $50,900 Kingston, RI $50,880 Narragansett, RI $50,914 Peace Dale, RI $50,893 Warren, RI $50,697 Warwick, RI $50,556 Westerly, RI $51,047

West Kingston, RI $50,896 West Warwick, RI $50,618 Wood River Junction, RI $50,969 Woonsocket, RI $50,958 North Smithfield, RI $50,842 Wyoming, RI $50,917 Providence, RI $50,476 Cranston, RI $50,483

North Providence, RI $50,489 East Providence, RI $50,480 Riverside, RI $50,496 Rumford, RI $50,489 Smithfield, RI $50,591 Johnston, RI $50,506

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

Understanding how a Skilled 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

$40,870

Average $50,501/year

$62,696

$3,406

Average $4,208/month

$5,225

$786

Average $971/week

$1,206

$20

Average $24/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,696	$5,225	$1,206	$30
Average	$50,501	$4,208	$971	$24
25th Percentile	$40,870	$3,406	$786	$20

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