How much does a welder make in Minnesota?
$60,280a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Minnesota. That is $28.98 an hour or $5,023 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.98
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,690Median: $60,280Highest 10%: $75,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,690 | $21.97 | |
| 25th | $50,960 | $24.50 | |
| Median | $60,280 | $28.98 | |
| 75th | $65,410 | $31.45 | |
| 90th | $75,710 | $36.40 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Cloud, MN | $62,820 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $61,880 |
| Fargo, ND | $61,140 |
| Rochester, MN | $60,380 |
| La Crosse, WI | $58,800 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $58,200 |
| Duluth, MN | $57,410 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $55,200 |
| Mankato, MN | $52,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 11. Nevada | $61,520 |
| 12. Vermont | $60,890 |
| 13. Maryland | $60,310 |
| 14. Minnesota | $60,280 |
| 15. District of Columbia | $60,180 |
| 16. New Mexico | $59,840 |
| 17. Oregon | $59,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $28.98 ($60,280 a year).
Do welders make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $60,280 against $53,750 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for welder pay?
Minnesota ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays welders the most?
St. Cloud, MN, with a median of $62,820 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.