Welder Salary in Oklahoma
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
Oklahoma Welder Wages at a Glance
Oklahoma welders earn a statewide median of $49,720 per year ($23.90 per hour), up 17.5% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $37,860 at the 10th percentile to $70,640 at the 90th.
Oklahoma employs approximately 9,960 welders statewide, down 4.4% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $53,550 | $25.74/hr | 4,520 | up 20.3% |
| Oklahoma City | $48,760 | $23.44/hr | 2,200 | up 22.3% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.