Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Workers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for welding, soldering, and brazing workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $56,300 ≈ $27/hr
National median salary $52,760
Total employment 447,810 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do welding, soldering, and brazing workers make in the U.S.?
The median welding, soldering, and brazing workers salary in the United States is $52,760 per year (mean $56,300), and about 80% earn between $38,930 and $77,010.
How much do welding, soldering, and brazing workers make per hour?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $56,300 and 2,080 work hours per year.