How much does a welding make in St. Louis?
$60,600a year
Median yearly pay for weldings in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $29.13 an hour or $5,050 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.13
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 128
- Jobs in the area
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,530Median: $60,600Highest 10%: $91,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,530 | $23.33 | |
| 25th | $57,440 | $27.62 | |
| Median | $60,600 | $29.13 | |
| 75th | $71,090 | $34.18 | |
| 90th | $91,190 | $43.84 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for weldings.
| Springfield, MO | $58,320 |
| Kansas City, MO | $56,320 |
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Salaries for every job in St. Louis, MOFrequently asked questions
How much does a welding make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $29.13 ($60,600 a year).
Do weldings make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $60,600 against $47,920 nationally, 26% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $56,210, so St. Louis pays 8% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for welding pay?
9 of 128 metro areas with data.
How much does a welding make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $91,190 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.