How much does a welding make in Texas?
$51,310a year
Median yearly pay for weldings in Texas. That is $24.67 an hour or $4,276 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.67
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,970Median: $51,310Highest 10%: $72,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,970 | $17.29 | |
| 25th | $43,230 | $20.78 | |
| Median | $51,310 | $24.67 | |
| 75th | $59,590 | $28.65 | |
| 90th | $72,440 | $34.83 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $54,970 |
| Houston, TX | $54,500 |
| Dallas, TX | $51,740 |
| San Antonio, TX | $43,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for weldings.
| 11. South Dakota | $52,520 |
| 12. New York | $52,080 |
| 13. Iowa | $51,740 |
| 14. Texas | $51,310 |
| 15. Idaho | $50,850 |
| 16. Kentucky | $50,740 |
| 17. Massachusetts | $50,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welding make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $24.67 ($51,310 a year).
Do weldings make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $51,310 against $47,920 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Texas rank for welding pay?
Texas ranks 14 of 44 states.
Which city in Texas pays weldings the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $54,970 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.