How much does a welder make in Nevada?
$61,520a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Nevada. That is $29.58 an hour or $5,127 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.58
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,530Median: $61,520Highest 10%: $95,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,530 | $21.41 | |
| 25th | $48,700 | $23.41 | |
| Median | $61,520 | $29.58 | |
| 75th | $76,670 | $36.86 | |
| 90th | $95,050 | $45.70 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Carson City, NV | $61,520 |
| Reno, NV | $58,800 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $57,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 8. Louisiana | $62,250 |
| 9. Maine | $62,220 |
| 10. North Dakota | $62,000 |
| 11. Nevada | $61,520 |
| 12. Vermont | $60,890 |
| 13. Maryland | $60,310 |
| 14. Minnesota | $60,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $29.58 ($61,520 a year).
Do welders make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $61,520 against $53,750 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Nevada rank for welder pay?
Nevada ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Nevada pays welders the most?
Carson City, NV, with a median of $61,520 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.