How much does a welder make in Massachusetts?
$62,570a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Massachusetts. That is $30.08 an hour or $5,214 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.08
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,720Median: $62,570Highest 10%: $83,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,720 | $22.94 | |
| 25th | $53,680 | $25.81 | |
| Median | $62,570 | $30.08 | |
| 75th | $74,050 | $35.60 | |
| 90th | $83,430 | $40.11 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $63,770 |
| Worcester, MA | $60,320 |
| Springfield, MA | $56,010 |
| Providence, RI | $52,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 3. Connecticut | $64,880 |
| 4. Wyoming | $63,820 |
| 5. Washington | $63,020 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $62,570 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $62,360 |
| 8. Louisiana | $62,250 |
| 9. Maine | $62,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $30.08 ($62,570 a year).
Do welders make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $62,570 against $53,750 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for welder pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays welders the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $63,770 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.