How much does a Ship Welder make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Ship Welder in the United States is $58,836. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,422 to $67,152, with most professionals earning between $46,583 and $74,724.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Ship Welder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ship Welder Salary $46,583 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ship Welder Salary $52,422 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ship Welder Salary $58,836 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ship Welder Salary $67,152 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ship Welder Salary $74,724 US March 01, 2025
25% $52,422 10% $46,583 90% $74,724 75% $67,152 $58,836 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ship Welder in the United States. The base salary for Ship Welder ranges from $52,422 to $67,152 with the average base salary of $58,836. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,068 to $68,348 with the average total cash compensation of $59,644.
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