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

Specialty Welder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Specialty Welder roles are District of Columbia $52,672, California $52,472, Massachusetts $51,773. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Specialty Welder roles make?

Salaries for Specialty Welder level roles vary by specialization: Welder IV: $72,137; Welder III: $63,242; Boiler Welder II: $56,100; Journeyman Welder: $56,083; Welder II: $56,064.

Specialty Welder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Specialty Welder make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Specialty Welder in Delaware is $48,177 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,402
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,990 to $59,810
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,625

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Specialty Welder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,810	$4,984	$1,150	$29
Average	$48,177	$4,015	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$38,990	$3,249	$750	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Specialty Welder Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $52,672.
California: $52,472.
Massachusetts: $51,773.

District of Columbia $52,672 California $52,472 Massachusetts $51,773 Washington $51,583 New Jersey $51,564 Alaska $51,497 Connecticut $50,841 New York $50,574

Hawaii $49,723 Rhode Island $49,323 Maryland $49,052 Minnesota $48,681 Colorado $48,538 Illinois $48,491 Oregon $48,310 Delaware $48,177

New Hampshire $48,093 Virginia $47,906 Pennsylvania $47,358 Nevada $47,083 North Dakota $46,992 Michigan $46,849 Wisconsin $46,797 Vermont $46,692

Texas $46,402 Maine $46,383 Arizona $46,355 Ohio $46,321 Georgia $45,884 Indiana $45,665 Wyoming $45,622 Utah $45,555

Iowa $45,527 Kansas $45,299 Louisiana $45,232 North Carolina $45,208 Missouri $45,199 Florida $45,013 Montana $44,913 Nebraska $44,818

Kentucky $44,766 South Carolina $44,575 Tennessee $44,457 Idaho $44,409 New Mexico $44,062 Oklahoma $43,986 Alabama $43,705 South Dakota $43,234

Arkansas $42,977 West Virginia $42,839 Mississippi $42,425

Top Paying Cities for Specialty 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:

Lincoln: $47,960
Little Creek: $48,311
Magnolia: $48,241

Lincoln, DE $47,960 Little Creek, DE $48,311 Magnolia, DE $48,241 Milford, DE $48,082 Marydel, DE $48,160 Millsboro, DE $47,759 Millville, DE $47,832 Milton, DE $47,915

Nassau, DE $47,950 Ocean View, DE $47,824 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,916 Seaford, DE $47,943 Selbyville, DE $47,745 Smyrna, DE $48,344 Viola, DE $48,121 Woodside, DE $48,251

Bear, DE $48,140 Newark, DE $48,121 Claymont, DE $48,220 Delaware City, DE $48,170 Hockessin, DE $48,117 Kirkwood, DE $48,160 Middletown, DE $48,179 Montchanin, DE $48,128

New Castle, DE $48,135 Odessa, DE $48,203 Port Penn, DE $48,235 Rockland, DE $48,133 Saint Georges, DE $48,164 Townsend, DE $48,238 Winterthur, DE $48,139 Lewes, DE $47,934

Wilmington, DE $48,120 Dover, DE $48,311 Dover Afb, DE $48,056 Bethany Beach, DE $47,774 Bethel, DE $47,823 Bridgeville, DE $47,936 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,175 Cheswold, DE $48,295

Clayton, DE $48,297 Dagsboro, DE $47,740 Delmar, DE $47,664 Ellendale, DE $47,808 Felton, DE $48,078 Fenwick Island, DE $47,751 Frankford, DE $47,668 Frederica, DE $48,125

Georgetown, DE $47,722 Greenwood, DE $47,944 Harbeson, DE $47,773 Harrington, DE $48,017 Hartly, DE $48,166 Houston, DE $47,948 Kenton, DE $48,299 Laurel, DE $47,694

Yorklyn, DE $48,131

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

Understanding how a Specialty 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

$38,990

Average $48,177/year

$59,810

$3,249

Average $4,015/month

$4,984

$750

Average $926/week

$1,150

$19

Average $23/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,810	$4,984	$1,150	$29
Average	$48,177	$4,015	$926	$23
25th Percentile	$38,990	$3,249	$750	$19

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Specialty Welder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Specialty Welder make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Specialty Welder Salaries

How Do Specialty Welder Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Specialty Welders

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

Salaries of jobs related to Specialty Welder

Find Your Next Specialty Welder Job

Cost of Living In Delaware

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