How much does a welder make in Peoria?
$58,960a year
Median yearly pay for welders in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $28.35 an hour or $4,913 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.35
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 76 of 382
- Jobs in the area
- 1,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,480Median: $58,960Highest 10%: $79,930
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,480 | $22.35 | |
| 25th | $50,050 | $24.06 | |
| Median | $58,960 | $28.35 | |
| 75th | $65,920 | $31.69 | |
| 90th | $79,930 | $38.43 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for welders.
| Decatur, IL | $57,670 |
| Chicago, IL | $52,650 |
| St. Louis, MO | $51,640 |
| Rockford, IL | $50,200 |
| Springfield, IL | $49,860 |
| Davenport, IA | $48,630 |
| Champaign, IL | $48,610 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $48,580 |
| Paducah, KY | $48,560 |
| Kankakee, IL | $47,460 |
| Bloomington, IL | $47,180 |
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Salaries for every job in Peoria, ILFrequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $28.35 ($58,960 a year).
Do welders make more in Peoria than the national average?
Yes: $58,960 against $53,750 nationally, 10% more.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $51,320, so Peoria pays 15% more.
Where does Peoria rank for welder pay?
76 of 382 metro areas with data.
How much does a welder make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,930 or more.
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.