verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Welder Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$63,020/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$30.30/hr
▲ 17% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
7,720
public U.S. Median
$53,750
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$58,890 #17 of 51

Welder pay in Washington, explained

Welders in Washington earn a median of $63,020 per year ($30.30 per hour), which is 17% above the national median of $53,750. Entry-level workers earn around $47,980, while the most experienced welders reach about $86,250. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $63,020 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $63,020 is worth about $58,890 in national buying power — ranking Washington #17 for real pay (vs #5 on the sticker number).

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Welder pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$47,980
$23.07/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$63,020
$30.30/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$86,250
$41.47/hr

Welder pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $63,020 $58,890
Oregon $59,450 $57,517 +$3,570
Idaho $50,530 $52,914 +$12,490

Welder in Washington: FAQ

How much do welders make in Washington?

Welders in Washington earn a median of $63,020 per year ($30.30 per hour), compared with $53,750 nationally.

Does Washington pay welders well?

At $63,020, Washington pays 17% above the national median for welders. An estimated 7,720 work in the state.

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