How much does a welder make in Springfield?
$54,080a year
Median yearly pay for welders in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $26.00 an hour or $4,507 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.00
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 160 of 382
- Jobs in the area
- 1,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,190Median: $54,080Highest 10%: $60,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,190 | $18.36 | |
| 25th | $47,520 | $22.85 | |
| Median | $54,080 | $26.00 | |
| 75th | $60,390 | $29.03 | |
| 90th | $60,780 | $29.22 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for welders.
| St. Joseph, MO | $66,060 |
| Kansas City, MO | $57,370 |
| Columbia, MO | $52,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $51,640 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $51,580 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $48,580 |
| Joplin, MO | $45,770 |
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Salaries for every job in Springfield, MOFrequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $26.00 ($54,080 a year).
Do welders make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $54,080 against $53,750 nationally, 1% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $51,950, so Springfield pays 4% more.
Where does Springfield rank for welder pay?
160 of 382 metro areas with data.
How much does a welder make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,190 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,780 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.