Welder Salary in Kentucky
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
Kentucky Welder Wages at a Glance
Kentucky welders earn a statewide median of $51,470 per year ($24.74 per hour), up 25.6% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $39,300 at the 10th percentile to $69,010 at the 90th.
Kentucky employs approximately 6,630 welders statewide, down 2.2% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington | $53,680 | $25.81/hr | 480 | up 28.5% |
| Louisville | $50,870 | $24.46/hr | 1,790 | up 15.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.