As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Foreman in Independence, MO is $69,026, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,327 weekly, or $5,752 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Welding Foreman in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Welding Foreman in Independence, MO vary widely, spanning from $56,053 to $79,269. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,236) and 75th percentile ($74,388), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,269 per year. This $12,152 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, Independence Welding Foreman often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Independence currently ranks 436 statewide for Welding Foreman job salary. 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 $56,053 Independence, MO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $62,236 Independence, MO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $69,026 Independence, MO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $74,388 Independence, MO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $79,269 Independence, MO May 01, 2026
25% $62,236 10% $56,053 90% $79,269 75% $74,388 $69,026 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Welding Foreman in Independence, MO. The base salary for Welding Foreman ranges from $62,236 to $74,388 with the average base salary of $69,026. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,483 to $89,672 with the average total cash compensation of $78,025.
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