As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Engineer in Alameda, CA is $125,886, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,421 weekly, or $10,491 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Welding Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Welding Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $109,743 to $141,084. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($117,436) and 75th percentile ($133,841), while top earners (90th percentile) make $141,084 per year. This $16,405 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Welding Engineer often earn 10.8% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Welding Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $109,743 Alameda, CA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $117,436 Alameda, CA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $125,886 Alameda, CA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $133,841 Alameda, CA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Engineer Salary $141,084 Alameda, CA November 01, 2026
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

Alameda, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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