How much does a welder make in Virginia?
$59,180a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Virginia. That is $28.45 an hour or $4,932 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.45
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,520Median: $59,180Highest 10%: $79,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,520 | $20.44 | |
| 25th | $49,020 | $23.57 | |
| Median | $59,180 | $28.45 | |
| 75th | $65,400 | $31.44 | |
| 90th | $79,630 | $38.28 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Staunton, VA | $64,470 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $62,670 |
| Washington, DC | $60,670 |
| Richmond, VA | $57,710 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $57,650 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $57,420 |
| Roanoke, VA | $56,040 |
| Kingsport, TN | $55,690 |
| Winchester, VA | $54,690 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $51,970 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $51,870 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 16. New Mexico | $59,840 |
| 17. Oregon | $59,450 |
| 18. New Jersey | $59,440 |
| 19. Virginia | $59,180 |
| 20. New York | $59,140 |
| 21. Colorado | $58,590 |
| 22. Wisconsin | $58,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $28.45 ($59,180 a year).
Do welders make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $59,180 against $53,750 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Virginia rank for welder pay?
Virginia ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays welders the most?
Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA, with a median of $64,470 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.