What are the main factors that influence a Welding Machine Operator'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 Welding Machine Operator?

Welding Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Welding Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $40,855, California $40,700, Massachusetts $40,158. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Welding Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Welding Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Welding Robot Operator: $57,026; Welding Operator: $56,013; Machine Operator IV: $55,451; Machine Operator III: $51,593; Machine Operator: $45,116.

Welding Machine Operator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Welding Machine Operator make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Welding Machine Operator in District of Columbia is $40,855 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,472
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,838 to $50,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $25,540

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Welding Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,600	$4,217	$973	$24
Average	$40,855	$3,405	$786	$20
25th Percentile	$32,838	$2,737	$632	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Welding Machine Operator Salaries

A Welding Machine Operator'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 Welding Machine Operator 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 Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,855.
California: $40,700.
Massachusetts: $40,158.

District of Columbia $40,855 California $40,700 Massachusetts $40,158 Washington $40,010 New Jersey $39,995 Alaska $39,944 Connecticut $39,434 New York $39,228

Hawaii $38,567 Rhode Island $38,257 Maryland $38,047 Minnesota $37,759 Colorado $37,648 Illinois $37,612 Oregon $37,471 Delaware $37,368

New Hampshire $37,303 Virginia $37,158 Pennsylvania $36,733 Nevada $36,519 North Dakota $36,449 Michigan $36,339 Wisconsin $36,298 Vermont $36,217

Texas $35,992 Maine $35,977 Arizona $35,955 Ohio $35,929 Georgia $35,589 Indiana $35,420 Wyoming $35,387 Utah $35,335

Iowa $35,313 Kansas $35,136 Louisiana $35,084 North Carolina $35,065 Missouri $35,058 Florida $34,914 Montana $34,837 Nebraska $34,763

Kentucky $34,722 South Carolina $34,575 Tennessee $34,482 Idaho $34,446 New Mexico $34,176 Oklahoma $34,117 Alabama $33,899 South Dakota $33,534

Arkansas $33,335 West Virginia $33,228 Mississippi $32,907

Top Paying Cities for Welding Machine 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:

Parcel Return Service: $40,633
Washington: $40,634
Naval Anacost Annex: $40,632

Parcel Return Service, DC $40,633 Washington, DC $40,634 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $40,632 Washington Navy Yard, DC $40,633

Welding Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Welding Machine 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 July 01, 2026

$32,838

Average $40,855/year

$50,600

$2,737

Average $3,405/month

$4,217

$632

Average $786/week

$973

$16

Average $20/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,600	$4,217	$973	$24
Average	$40,855	$3,405	$786	$20
25th Percentile	$32,838	$2,737	$632	$16

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