Welder Salary in North Carolina
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
North Carolina Welder Wages at a Glance
North Carolina welders earn a statewide median of $50,590 per year ($24.32 per hour), up 19.9% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $38,540 at the 10th percentile to $71,240 at the 90th.
North Carolina employs approximately 11,750 welders statewide, down 1.9% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh | $56,940 | $27.37/hr | 1,090 | up 25.1% |
| Charlotte | $56,070 | $26.96/hr | 3,370 | up 33.6% |
| Wilmington | $55,340 | $26.60/hr | 260 | up 16.5% |
| Greensboro | $54,180 | $26.05/hr | 1,180 | up 37.4% |
| Asheville | $52,540 | $25.26/hr | 290 | up 14.6% |
| Durham | $49,280 | $23.69/hr | 290 | up 12.4% |
| Winston | $46,370 | $22.30/hr | 1,230 | up 19.9% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.