How much does a welder make in Colorado?
$58,590a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Colorado. That is $28.17 an hour or $4,883 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.17
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,100Median: $58,590Highest 10%: $79,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,100 | $21.20 | |
| 25th | $47,860 | $23.01 | |
| Median | $58,590 | $28.17 | |
| 75th | $69,540 | $33.43 | |
| 90th | $79,700 | $38.32 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $65,040 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $59,660 |
| Greeley, CO | $59,180 |
| Denver, CO | $58,890 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $55,270 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $51,580 |
| Pueblo, CO | $51,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 18. New Jersey | $59,440 |
| 19. Virginia | $59,180 |
| 20. New York | $59,140 |
| 21. Colorado | $58,590 |
| 22. Wisconsin | $58,410 |
| 23. Utah | $58,380 |
| 24. California | $58,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $28.17 ($58,590 a year).
Do welders make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $58,590 against $53,750 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Colorado rank for welder pay?
Colorado ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays welders the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $65,040 a year.
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.