What are the main factors that influence a Welder's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Welder?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Welder roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Welder's salary?

A Welder's salary grows with experience: a Welder I (0-1 years)earns $45,327, a Welder (1-3 years)earns $56,055, a Welder III (3-5 years)earns $63,227, a Welder IV (5-7 years)earns $72,124,

What are the highest paying states for a Welder?

Welder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Welder roles are District of Columbia $61,712, California $61,478, Massachusetts $60,659. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Welder roles make?

Salaries for Welder level roles vary by specialization: Shop Welder: $72,258; Ship Welder: $57,903; Aerospace Welder: $57,572; fabrication welder: $57,397; Arc Welder: $56,854.

Welder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Welder make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Welder in Delaware is $56,445 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Welder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,595
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,291 to $61,758
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,597

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Welder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,758	$5,147	$1,188	$30
Average	$56,445	$4,704	$1,085	$27
25th Percentile	$51,291	$4,274	$986	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Welder Salaries

A Welder's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Welder Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Welders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,712.
California: $61,478.
Massachusetts: $60,659.

District of Columbia $61,712 California $61,478 Massachusetts $60,659 Washington $60,436 New Jersey $60,414 Alaska $60,336 Connecticut $59,567 New York $59,254

Hawaii $58,257 Rhode Island $57,789 Maryland $57,471 Minnesota $57,036 Colorado $56,869 Illinois $56,813 Oregon $56,601 Delaware $56,445

New Hampshire $56,347 Virginia $56,128 Pennsylvania $55,487 Nevada $55,163 North Dakota $55,057 Michigan $54,890 Wisconsin $54,829 Vermont $54,706

Texas $54,366 Maine $54,344 Arizona $54,311 Ohio $54,272 Georgia $53,759 Indiana $53,502 Wyoming $53,452 Utah $53,374

Iowa $53,341 Kansas $53,073 Louisiana $52,995 North Carolina $52,967 Missouri $52,956 Florida $52,739 Montana $52,622 Nebraska $52,510

Kentucky $52,449 South Carolina $52,226 Tennessee $52,087 Idaho $52,031 New Mexico $51,624 Oklahoma $51,535 Alabama $51,206 South Dakota $50,654

Arkansas $50,353 West Virginia $50,192 Mississippi $49,707

Top Paying Cities for Welders

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $56,191
Little Creek: $56,602
Magnolia: $56,521

Lincoln, DE $56,191 Little Creek, DE $56,602 Magnolia, DE $56,521 Milford, DE $56,334 Marydel, DE $56,426 Millsboro, DE $55,955 Millville, DE $56,042 Milton, DE $56,139

Nassau, DE $56,179 Ocean View, DE $56,032 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,140 Seaford, DE $56,172 Selbyville, DE $55,939 Smyrna, DE $56,641 Viola, DE $56,381 Woodside, DE $56,532

Bear, DE $56,402 Newark, DE $56,381 Claymont, DE $56,496 Delaware City, DE $56,437 Hockessin, DE $56,376 Kirkwood, DE $56,426 Middletown, DE $56,448 Montchanin, DE $56,388

New Castle, DE $56,397 Odessa, DE $56,476 Port Penn, DE $56,514 Rockland, DE $56,394 Saint Georges, DE $56,430 Townsend, DE $56,517 Winterthur, DE $56,401 Lewes, DE $56,160

Wilmington, DE $56,378 Dover, DE $56,602 Dover Afb, DE $56,304 Bethany Beach, DE $55,973 Bethel, DE $56,031 Bridgeville, DE $56,163 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,443 Cheswold, DE $56,584

Clayton, DE $56,586 Dagsboro, DE $55,934 Delmar, DE $55,844 Ellendale, DE $56,014 Felton, DE $56,329 Fenwick Island, DE $55,946 Frankford, DE $55,849 Frederica, DE $56,385

Georgetown, DE $55,913 Greenwood, DE $56,172 Harbeson, DE $55,973 Harrington, DE $56,258 Hartly, DE $56,433 Houston, DE $56,178 Kenton, DE $56,589 Laurel, DE $55,880

Yorklyn, DE $56,392

Welder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Welder roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Welder positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Welder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Welder

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$67,734	$33.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$64,912	$31.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$62,090	$30.0	10%
Healthcare	$62,090	$30.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$62,090	$30.0	10%

Welder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Welder's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$51,291

Average $56,445/year

$61,758

$4,274

Average $4,704/month

$5,147

$986

Average $1,085/week

$1,188

$25

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,758	$5,147	$1,188	$30
Average	$56,445	$4,704	$1,085	$27
25th Percentile	$51,291	$4,274	$986	$25

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