How much does a welder make in Washington?
$63,020a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Washington. That is $30.30 an hour or $5,252 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.30
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,980Median: $63,020Highest 10%: $86,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,980 | $23.07 | |
| 25th | $54,740 | $26.32 | |
| Median | $63,020 | $30.30 | |
| 75th | $73,650 | $35.41 | |
| 90th | $86,250 | $41.47 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bremerton, WA | $71,720 |
| Seattle, WA | $66,240 |
| Kennewick, WA | $64,720 |
| Bellingham, WA | $63,720 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $62,800 |
| Portland, OR | $62,050 |
| Longview, WA | $59,860 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $59,380 |
| Spokane, WA | $59,350 |
| Olympia, WA | $58,680 |
| Yakima, WA | $57,450 |
| Lewiston, ID | $55,890 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $49,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 2. Hawaii | $79,000 |
| 3. Connecticut | $64,880 |
| 4. Wyoming | $63,820 |
| 5. Washington | $63,020 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $62,570 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $62,360 |
| 8. Louisiana | $62,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $30.30 ($63,020 a year).
Do welders make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $63,020 against $53,750 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Washington rank for welder pay?
Washington ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays welders the most?
Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA, with a median of $71,720 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.