How much does a welding make in California?
$48,940a year
Median yearly pay for weldings in California. That is $23.53 an hour or $4,078 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.53
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 2,290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,130Median: $48,940Highest 10%: $69,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,130 | $19.29 | |
| 25th | $44,770 | $21.52 | |
| Median | $48,940 | $23.53 | |
| 75th | $57,950 | $27.86 | |
| 90th | $69,760 | $33.54 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $54,390 |
| San Jose, CA | $52,800 |
| Sacramento, CA | $51,110 |
| San Diego, CA | $49,390 |
| Fresno, CA | $47,560 |
| Riverside, CA | $47,440 |
| Oxnard, CA | $46,030 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $45,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for weldings.
| 18. Rhode Island | $50,040 |
| 19. Colorado | $49,860 |
| 20. Virginia | $49,160 |
| 21. California | $48,940 |
| 22. Louisiana | $48,740 |
| 23. Maine | $48,410 |
| 24. Ohio | $48,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welding make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $23.53 ($48,940 a year).
Do weldings make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $48,940 against $47,920 nationally, 2% more.
Where does California rank for welding pay?
California ranks 21 of 44 states.
Which city in California pays weldings the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $54,390 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.