How much does a welder make in Carson City?
$61,520a year
Median yearly pay for welders in the Carson City, NV metro area. That is $29.58 an hour or $5,127 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.58
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 382
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,000Median: $61,520Highest 10%: $77,950
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,000 | $22.60 | |
| 25th | $57,210 | $27.50 | |
| Median | $61,520 | $29.58 | |
| 75th | $67,580 | $32.49 | |
| 90th | $77,950 | $37.48 |
Other cities in Nevada
Median yearly pay for welders.
| Reno, NV | $58,800 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $57,980 |
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Salaries for every job in Carson City, NVFrequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Carson City?
The median hourly pay in the Carson City, NV metro area is $29.58 ($61,520 a year).
Do welders make more in Carson City than the national average?
Yes: $61,520 against $53,750 nationally, 14% more.
How does Carson City compare with the rest of Nevada?
The median in Nevada is $61,520, so Carson City pays 0% more.
Where does Carson City rank for welder pay?
42 of 382 metro areas with data.
How much does a welder make starting out in Carson City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,950 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.