As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Welding Foreman in Milwaukee, WI is $70,913, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,364 weekly, or $5,909 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 Milwaukee, WI vary widely, spanning from $57,599 to $81,450. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,944) and 75th percentile ($76,429), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,450 per year. This $12,485 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, Milwaukee Welding Foreman often earn 1.8% higher than national averages. However, Milwaukee currently ranks 341 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 $57,599 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $63,944 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $70,913 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $76,429 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Welding Foreman Salary $81,450 Milwaukee, WI June 01, 2026
25% $63,944 10% $57,599 90% $81,450 75% $76,429 $70,913 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 Milwaukee, WI. The base salary for Welding Foreman ranges from $63,944 to $76,429 with the average base salary of $70,913. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $70,525 to $92,340 with the average total cash compensation of $80,349.
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