How much does a welder make in Nebraska?
$52,220a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Nebraska. That is $25.11 an hour or $4,352 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.11
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,850Median: $52,220Highest 10%: $66,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,850 | $21.08 | |
| 25th | $47,830 | $23.00 | |
| Median | $52,220 | $25.11 | |
| 75th | $61,810 | $29.72 | |
| 90th | $66,900 | $32.16 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sioux City, IA | $58,230 |
| Lincoln, NE | $53,990 |
| Omaha, NE | $53,110 |
| Grand Island, NE | $48,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 28. Iowa | $55,090 |
| 29. Texas | $53,340 |
| 30. Pennsylvania | $52,900 |
| 31. Nebraska | $52,220 |
| 32. Missouri | $51,950 |
| 33. Kentucky | $51,470 |
| 34. Illinois | $51,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $25.11 ($52,220 a year).
Do welders make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $52,220 against $53,750 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for welder pay?
Nebraska ranks 31 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays welders the most?
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD, with a median of $58,230 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.