As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Foreman in the US is $70,775, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,361 weekly, or $5,898 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Welding Foreman in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Welding Foreman in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,476 to $81,285. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,814) and 75th percentile ($76,276), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,285 per year. This $12,462 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Product Quality, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Welding Foreman often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 74 companies and industry startups. 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 Foreman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $57,476 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $63,814 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $70,775 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $76,276 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $81,285 US January 01, 2026
25% $63,814 10% $57,476 90% $81,285 75% $76,276 $70,775 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Welding Foreman ?

A welder or lit operator is a tradesperson who specializes in fusing materials together. The term welder refers to the operator, the machine is referred to as the welding power supply. The materials to be joined can be metals (such as steel, aluminum, brass, stainless steel etc.) or varieties of plastic or polymer. Welders typically have to have good dexterity and attention to detail, as well as technical knowledge about the materials being joined and best practices in the field....

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