How much do welders earn yearly?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for welders was $41,130 in May 2020. The lowest 10% earned less than $27,700, and the highest 10% earned more than $63,080.

Welders who work for the government typically earn more than those who work for private industry. For example, welders who worked for the federal government earned a median annual wage of $56,170 in May 2020.

Welders who work in certain industries also earn more than those who work in other industries. For example, welders who worked in the shipbuilding and repair industry earned a median annual wage of $54,770 in May 2020.