Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
SOC code 51-4121 · Production Occupations
National employment
416,210
Mean annual wage
$56,760
Mean hourly wage
$27.29
Median annual wage
$53,750
Median hourly wage
$25.84
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $39,240 | $18.87 |
| 25th percentile | $46,790 | $22.50 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $53,750 | $25.84 |
| 75th percentile | $63,010 | $30.29 |
| 90th percentile | $77,530 | $37.28 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.