Welder Salary in Missouri
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
Missouri Welder Wages at a Glance
Missouri welders earn a statewide median of $51,950 per year ($24.98 per hour), up 24.7% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,200 at the 10th percentile to $78,150 at the 90th.
Missouri employs approximately 10,600 welders statewide, up 5.3% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $57,370 | $27.58/hr | 2,710 | up 30.1% |
| Springfield | $54,080 | $26.00/hr | 1,060 | up 24.6% |
| St. Louis | $51,640 | $24.83/hr | 2,820 | up 15.7% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.