How much does a welder make in Oklahoma?
$49,720a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Oklahoma. That is $23.90 an hour or $4,143 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.90
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,860Median: $49,720Highest 10%: $70,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,860 | $18.20 | |
| 25th | $44,920 | $21.60 | |
| Median | $49,720 | $23.90 | |
| 75th | $60,790 | $29.23 | |
| 90th | $70,640 | $33.96 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tulsa, OK | $53,550 |
| Lawton, OK | $49,720 |
| Enid, OK | $49,090 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $48,760 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $46,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 41. Michigan | $49,990 |
| 42. South Carolina | $49,980 |
| 43. Indiana | $49,730 |
| 44. Oklahoma | $49,720 |
| 45. South Dakota | $49,440 |
| 46. Kansas | $49,410 |
| 47. West Virginia | $48,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $23.90 ($49,720 a year).
Do welders make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $49,720 against $53,750 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for welder pay?
Oklahoma ranks 44 of 51 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays welders the most?
Tulsa, OK, with a median of $53,550 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.