### Welder Wages and Salaries
The average weekly wage for welders was $810. Wages range from less than $20 to $130 hourly. The average hourly wage is $37.
In 2021, the starting salary ranged from $35,000 to $50,000 yearly. Some welders earn over $75,000 annually. Despite inflation, the average welder salary is increasing.
### Salaries by Type and Location
Hot, dry area military welders earn $160,000 to $200,000 annually. Statistics show MIG welders average $18 hourly. Their range is from $12.74 to over $25.50 per hour depending on area and task.
Welders average $42,000 yearly. Entry level earn around $17 per hour. Welding service rates average $62.50 hourly ranging from $50 to $70 per hour based on difficulty.
By state, average annual salaries for welders vary from $45,000 in Nevada to over $70,000 in Alaska.
Welders are vital in industries like construction, shipbuilding, and art. Pay depends on experience, location, industry, and benefits.
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