How much does an Offshore Pipe Welder make in Louisville, KY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Offshore Pipe Welder in Louisville, KY is $44,806. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,372 to $55,593, with most professionals earning between $28,692 and $65,414.

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What is an Offshore Pipe Welder?

An Offshore Pipe Welder is responsible for welding and fabricating metal pipes and structures on offshore oil rigs and platforms. They must be skilled in various welding techniques, such as TIG and MIG, and be able to work in challenging and often hazardous conditions. Offshore pipe welders must also be familiar with safety protocols and regulations specific to offshore environments, and be able to work effectively as part of a team to complete projects on schedule and to a high standard of quality. Additionally, they may be required to perform maintenance and repairs on existing piping systems as needed.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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44806

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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What is the average salary for Offshore Pipe Welder in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Offshore Pipe Welder in Louisville, KY. The base salary for Offshore Pipe Welder ranges from $36,372 to $55,593 with the average base salary of $44,806. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,633 to $56,295 with the average total cash compensation of $45,349.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $44,806 $36,372 - $55,593
Bonus $543 $261 - $702
Total Pay $45,349 $36,633 - $56,295
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Frankfort, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,770 - $53,146 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Lexington, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,208 - $53,814 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Bloomington, IN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,033 - $53,547 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Richmond, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,892 - $53,332 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Owensboro, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $35,797 - $54,715 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
CITY, STATE Covington, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,957 - $56,488 COMPARE TO Louisville, KY
See salaries for Offshore Pipe Welder in locations close to Louisville, KY. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Pipe Welder LOCATION Louisville, KY MINIMUM SALARY $49,193 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,024
JOB TITLE Pipe Welder I LOCATION Louisville, KY MINIMUM SALARY $40,140 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,366
JOB TITLE Pipe Welder II LOCATION Louisville, KY MINIMUM SALARY $48,780 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,080
JOB TITLE Pipe Welder III LOCATION Louisville, KY MINIMUM SALARY $51,763 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,123
JOB TITLE Pipe Welder IV LOCATION Louisville, KY MINIMUM SALARY $61,083 MAXIMUM SALARY $75,303
JOB TITLE Combo Pipe Welder LOCATION Louisville, KY MINIMUM SALARY $46,699 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,532
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