How much does a welding make in Tennessee?
$47,180a year
Median yearly pay for weldings in Tennessee. That is $22.68 an hour or $3,932 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.68
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,400Median: $47,180Highest 10%: $54,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,400 | $17.02 | |
| 25th | $40,540 | $19.49 | |
| Median | $47,180 | $22.68 | |
| 75th | $51,290 | $24.66 | |
| 90th | $54,080 | $26.00 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $51,290 |
| Memphis, TN | $48,840 |
| Knoxville, TN | $47,920 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $44,980 |
| Jackson, TN | $36,350 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for weldings.
| 27. North Carolina | $47,580 |
| 28. Pennsylvania | $47,530 |
| 29. New Hampshire | $47,500 |
| 30. Tennessee | $47,180 |
| 31. Maryland | $47,110 |
| 32. Arkansas | $46,880 |
| 33. Kansas | $46,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welding make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $22.68 ($47,180 a year).
Do weldings make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $47,180 against $47,920 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for welding pay?
Tennessee ranks 30 of 44 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays weldings the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $51,290 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.