How much does a welder make in Oregon?
$59,450a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Oregon. That is $28.58 an hour or $4,954 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.58
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,070Median: $59,450Highest 10%: $79,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,070 | $22.15 | |
| 25th | $49,690 | $23.89 | |
| Median | $59,450 | $28.58 | |
| 75th | $66,570 | $32.00 | |
| 90th | $79,230 | $38.09 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albany, OR | $62,790 |
| Portland, OR | $62,050 |
| Corvallis, OR | $57,350 |
| Salem, OR | $57,180 |
| Bend, OR | $56,910 |
| Eugene, OR | $54,670 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $51,330 |
| Medford, OR | $50,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 14. Minnesota | $60,280 |
| 15. District of Columbia | $60,180 |
| 16. New Mexico | $59,840 |
| 17. Oregon | $59,450 |
| 18. New Jersey | $59,440 |
| 19. Virginia | $59,180 |
| 20. New York | $59,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $28.58 ($59,450 a year).
Do welders make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $59,450 against $53,750 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Oregon rank for welder pay?
Oregon ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays welders the most?
Albany, OR, with a median of $62,790 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.