Welder Salary in Alabama
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
Alabama Welder Wages at a Glance
Alabama welders earn a statewide median of $48,490 per year ($23.31 per hour), up 18.8% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $36,710 at the 10th percentile to $66,820 at the 90th.
Alabama employs approximately 12,450 welders statewide, up 22.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $61,420 | $29.53/hr | 1,700 | up 14.8% |
| Birmingham | $49,930 | $24.00/hr | 2,160 | up 23.5% |
| Montgomery | $47,880 | $23.02/hr | 560 | up 7.5% |
| Huntsville | $44,020 | $21.17/hr | 1,810 | up 18.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.