What are the main factors that influence a Weld Tech's salary?

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

How does experience change A Weld Tech's salary?

A Weld Tech's salary grows with experience: a Welder I (0-1 years)earns $46,680, a Weld Tech (1-3 years)earns $57,706, a Welder III (3-5 years)earns $65,077, a Welder IV (5-7 years)earns $74,242,

What are the highest paying states for a Weld Tech?

Weld Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Weld Tech roles are District of Columbia $63,531, California $63,290, Massachusetts $62,446. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Weld Tech roles make?

Salaries for Weld Tech level roles vary by specialization: Electrophysiology Tech: $115,900; Robotic Weld Technician: $56,513; Weld Operator: $55,247; Weld Technician: $55,122; Robotic Weld Operator: $54,891.

Weld Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Weld Tech make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Weld Tech in Delaware is $58,108 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,561
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,802 to $63,579
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,971

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Weld Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,579	$5,298	$1,223	$31
Average	$58,108	$4,842	$1,117	$28
25th Percentile	$52,802	$4,400	$1,015	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Weld Tech Salaries

A Weld Tech'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 Weld Tech 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 Weld Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,531.
California: $63,290.
Massachusetts: $62,446.

District of Columbia $63,531 California $63,290 Massachusetts $62,446 Washington $62,217 New Jersey $62,194 Alaska $62,114 Connecticut $61,322 New York $61,000

Hawaii $59,973 Rhode Island $59,491 Maryland $59,164 Minnesota $58,717 Colorado $58,545 Illinois $58,487 Oregon $58,269 Delaware $58,108

New Hampshire $58,007 Virginia $57,781 Pennsylvania $57,121 Nevada $56,789 North Dakota $56,680 Michigan $56,508 Wisconsin $56,444 Vermont $56,318

Texas $55,968 Maine $55,945 Arizona $55,911 Ohio $55,871 Georgia $55,343 Indiana $55,079 Wyoming $55,027 Utah $54,947

Iowa $54,912 Kansas $54,637 Louisiana $54,557 North Carolina $54,528 Missouri $54,516 Florida $54,293 Montana $54,172 Nebraska $54,057

Kentucky $53,994 South Carolina $53,765 Tennessee $53,621 Idaho $53,564 New Mexico $53,145 Oklahoma $53,053 Alabama $52,715 South Dakota $52,147

Arkansas $51,837 West Virginia $51,670 Mississippi $51,171

Top Paying Cities for Weld Teches

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: $60,140
Little Creek: $59,583
Magnolia: $59,830

Lincoln, DE $60,140 Little Creek, DE $59,583 Magnolia, DE $59,830 Milford, DE $60,140 Marydel, DE $59,359 Millsboro, DE $60,140 Millville, DE $60,541 Milton, DE $60,140

Nassau, DE $60,140 Ocean View, DE $60,541 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,541 Seaford, DE $59,508 Selbyville, DE $60,541 Smyrna, DE $59,290 Viola, DE $59,830 Woodside, DE $59,658

Bear, DE $58,854 Newark, DE $58,877 Claymont, DE $58,923 Delaware City, DE $58,877 Hockessin, DE $58,923 Kirkwood, DE $58,877 Middletown, DE $59,170 Montchanin, DE $58,923

New Castle, DE $58,923 Odessa, DE $59,250 Port Penn, DE $58,717 Rockland, DE $58,923 Saint Georges, DE $58,877 Townsend, DE $59,164 Winterthur, DE $58,923 Lewes, DE $60,140

Wilmington, DE $58,923 Dover, DE $59,554 Dover Afb, DE $59,692 Bethany Beach, DE $60,541 Bethel, DE $59,508 Bridgeville, DE $60,140 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,618 Cheswold, DE $59,417

Clayton, DE $59,267 Dagsboro, DE $60,541 Delmar, DE $59,508 Ellendale, DE $60,140 Felton, DE $60,140 Fenwick Island, DE $60,541 Frankford, DE $60,541 Frederica, DE $60,140

Georgetown, DE $60,140 Greenwood, DE $60,140 Harbeson, DE $60,140 Harrington, DE $60,140 Hartly, DE $59,239 Houston, DE $60,140 Kenton, DE $59,267 Laurel, DE $59,508

Yorklyn, DE $58,923

Weld Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Weld Tech'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 April 01, 2026

$52,802

Average $58,108/year

$63,579

$4,400

Average $4,842/month

$5,298

$1,015

Average $1,117/week

$1,223

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,579	$5,298	$1,223	$31
Average	$58,108	$4,842	$1,117	$28
25th Percentile	$52,802	$4,400	$1,015	$25

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