Welder Salary in Mississippi
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
Mississippi Welder Wages at a Glance
Mississippi welders earn a statewide median of $51,100 per year ($24.57 per hour), up 21.8% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $36,800 at the 10th percentile to $64,440 at the 90th.
Mississippi employs approximately 6,460 welders statewide, up 10.1% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport | $63,440 | $30.50/hr | 2,220 | up 11.1% |
| Jackson | $52,220 | $25.11/hr | 530 | up 41.2% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.