How much does a welder make in Connecticut?
$64,880a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Connecticut. That is $31.19 an hour or $5,407 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.19
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,590Median: $64,880Highest 10%: $87,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,590 | $20.96 | |
| 25th | $49,240 | $23.67 | |
| Median | $64,880 | $31.19 | |
| 75th | $81,590 | $39.23 | |
| 90th | $87,980 | $42.30 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $75,040 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $63,440 |
| New Haven, CT | $61,630 |
| Waterbury, CT | $52,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 1. Alaska | $80,840 |
| 2. Hawaii | $79,000 |
| 3. Connecticut | $64,880 |
| 4. Wyoming | $63,820 |
| 5. Washington | $63,020 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $62,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $31.19 ($64,880 a year).
Do welders make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $64,880 against $53,750 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for welder pay?
Connecticut ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays welders the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $75,040 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.