How much does a welder make in Ireland?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is €3,596 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $48,760
- Compared with the median pay in Ireland
- 1.0 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Ireland ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Iceland estimate | $79,970 |
| 2. Belgium estimate | $78,120 |
| 3. Switzerland estimate | $73,110 |
| 8. Germany | $51,490 |
| 9. Ireland estimate | $48,760 |
| 10. United Kingdom | $47,310 |
| 144. Kenya estimate | $141 |
Similar jobs
Craft and related trades workers
- Metal molder€40,840
- Metalworker€44,310
- Steel erector€45,940
- Rigger€48,600
- Blacksmith€41,570
- Metal worker€42,330
- Cnc operator€43,900
- Grinder€40,390
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make a month in Ireland?
The median gross salary is €3,596 a month, €43,150 a year.
How much does a welder make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around €38,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than €49,910.
Which country pays a welder the most?
Australia, with a median of $58,390 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a welder make more in Ireland or in United States?
In United States: $53,340 a year against $48,760 in Ireland, 1.1 times more.
Who makes more, a welder or a metal molder?
A welder: €43,150 a year against €40,840 for a metal molder, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate