How much does a welder make in Rhode Island?
$50,580a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Rhode Island. That is $24.32 an hour or $4,215 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.32
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,560Median: $50,580Highest 10%: $81,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,560 | $17.10 | |
| 25th | $50,580 | $24.32 | |
| Median | $50,580 | $24.32 | |
| 75th | $68,260 | $32.82 | |
| 90th | $81,000 | $38.94 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $52,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 35. Mississippi | $51,100 |
| 36. Florida | $50,640 |
| 37. North Carolina | $50,590 |
| 38. Rhode Island | $50,580 |
| 39. Idaho | $50,530 |
| 40. Ohio | $50,340 |
| 41. Michigan | $49,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $24.32 ($50,580 a year).
Do welders make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
No: $50,580 against $53,750 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Rhode Island rank for welder pay?
Rhode Island ranks 38 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays welders the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $52,800 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.