What are the main factors that influence a Welding Apprentice's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Welding Apprentice?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Welding Apprentice roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Welding Apprentice's salary?

A Welding Apprentice's salary grows with experience: a Welding Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $45,240, a Welder II (1-3 years)earns $55,947, a Welder III (3-5 years)earns $63,106, a Welder IV (5-7 years)earns $71,985,

What are the highest paying states for a Welding Apprentice?

Welding Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Welding Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $48,548, California $48,364, Massachusetts $47,720. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Welding Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Welding Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Welding Manager: $146,073; Welding Engineer: $103,028; Welding Supervisor: $75,046; Welding Foreman: $70,847; Welding Specialist: $70,405.

Welding Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Welding Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Welding Apprentice in Delaware is $44,405 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,326
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,395 to $48,551
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,744

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Welding Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,551	$4,046	$934	$23
Average	$44,405	$3,700	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$40,395	$3,366	$777	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Welding Apprentice Salaries

A Welding Apprentice'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Welding Apprentice 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 Welding Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,548.
California: $48,364.
Massachusetts: $47,720.

District of Columbia $48,548 California $48,364 Massachusetts $47,720 Washington $47,544 New Jersey $47,527 Alaska $47,465 Connecticut $46,860 New York $46,615

Hawaii $45,830 Rhode Island $45,461 Maryland $45,211 Minnesota $44,869 Colorado $44,738 Illinois $44,694 Oregon $44,527 Delaware $44,405

New Hampshire $44,327 Virginia $44,155 Pennsylvania $43,650 Nevada $43,396 North Dakota $43,313 Michigan $43,181 Wisconsin $43,133 Vermont $43,037

Texas $42,769 Maine $42,752 Arizona $42,725 Ohio $42,695 Georgia $42,291 Indiana $42,090 Wyoming $42,050 Utah $41,989

Iowa $41,962 Kansas $41,752 Louisiana $41,690 North Carolina $41,669 Missouri $41,660 Florida $41,489 Montana $41,397 Nebraska $41,309

Kentucky $41,261 South Carolina $41,085 Tennessee $40,976 Idaho $40,932 New Mexico $40,612 Oklahoma $40,542 Alabama $40,283 South Dakota $39,849

Arkansas $39,612 West Virginia $39,485 Mississippi $39,103

Top Paying Cities for Welding Apprentices

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: $44,205
Little Creek: $44,528
Magnolia: $44,464

Lincoln, DE $44,205 Little Creek, DE $44,528 Magnolia, DE $44,464 Milford, DE $44,317 Marydel, DE $44,390 Millsboro, DE $44,019 Millville, DE $44,087 Milton, DE $44,164

Nassau, DE $44,196 Ocean View, DE $44,080 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,164 Seaford, DE $44,189 Selbyville, DE $44,007 Smyrna, DE $44,559 Viola, DE $44,354 Woodside, DE $44,473

Bear, DE $44,370 Newark, DE $44,354 Claymont, DE $44,445 Delaware City, DE $44,398 Hockessin, DE $44,350 Kirkwood, DE $44,390 Middletown, DE $44,407 Montchanin, DE $44,360

New Castle, DE $44,367 Odessa, DE $44,429 Port Penn, DE $44,459 Rockland, DE $44,364 Saint Georges, DE $44,393 Townsend, DE $44,461 Winterthur, DE $44,370 Lewes, DE $44,181

Wilmington, DE $44,352 Dover, DE $44,528 Dover Afb, DE $44,294 Bethany Beach, DE $44,033 Bethel, DE $44,079 Bridgeville, DE $44,183 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,403 Cheswold, DE $44,514

Clayton, DE $44,515 Dagsboro, DE $44,003 Delmar, DE $43,932 Ellendale, DE $44,065 Felton, DE $44,313 Fenwick Island, DE $44,012 Frankford, DE $43,935 Frederica, DE $44,357

Georgetown, DE $43,986 Greenwood, DE $44,190 Harbeson, DE $44,033 Harrington, DE $44,257 Hartly, DE $44,395 Houston, DE $44,194 Kenton, DE $44,517 Laurel, DE $43,960

Yorklyn, DE $44,363

Welding Apprentice Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Welding Apprentice roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Welding Apprentice positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Welding Apprentice as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Welding Apprentice

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$57,726	$28.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$55,506	$27.0	25%
Internet	$55,506	$27.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$53,286	$26.0	20%
Chemicals	$51,065	$25.0	15%

Welding Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Welding Apprentice'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.

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$40,395

Average $44,405/year

$48,551

$3,366

Average $3,700/month

$4,046

$777

Average $854/week

$934

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,551	$4,046	$934	$23
Average	$44,405	$3,700	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$40,395	$3,366	$777	$19

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