Welder Salary in District of Columbia
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
District of Columbia Welder Wages at a Glance
District of Columbia welders earn a statewide median of $60,180 per year ($28.93 per hour), down 7.2% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $48,400 at the 10th percentile to $75,580 at the 90th.
District of Columbia employs approximately 280 welders statewide, up 115.4% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $60,670 | $29.17/hr | 2,000 | up 16.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.