What are the main factors that influence a Welding Machine Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Welding Machine Operator?

Welding Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Welding Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $41,143, California $40,987, Massachusetts $40,441. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Welding Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Welding Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Welding Operator: $55,978; Welding Robot Operator: $55,978; Machine Operator III: $51,558; Machine Operator: $46,164; Machine Operator II: $45,467.

Welding Machine Operator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Welding Machine Operator make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Welding Machine Operator in District of Columbia is $41,359 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Welding Machine Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,152
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,376 to $51,196
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,108

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Welding Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,196	$4,266	$985	$25
Average	$41,359	$3,447	$795	$20
25th Percentile	$33,376	$2,781	$642	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Welding Machine Operator Salaries

A Welding Machine Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Welding Machine Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Welding Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,143.
California: $40,987.
Massachusetts: $40,441.

District of Columbia $41,143 California $40,987 Massachusetts $40,441 Washington $40,292 New Jersey $40,277 Alaska $40,225 Connecticut $39,712 New York $39,504

Hawaii $38,839 Rhode Island $38,527 Maryland $38,315 Minnesota $38,025 Colorado $37,914 Illinois $37,877 Oregon $37,736 Delaware $37,632

New Hampshire $37,566 Virginia $37,420 Pennsylvania $36,992 Nevada $36,777 North Dakota $36,706 Michigan $36,595 Wisconsin $36,554 Vermont $36,472

Texas $36,246 Maine $36,231 Arizona $36,208 Ohio $36,182 Georgia $35,840 Indiana $35,670 Wyoming $35,636 Utah $35,584

Iowa $35,562 Kansas $35,383 Louisiana $35,331 North Carolina $35,313 Missouri $35,305 Florida $35,160 Montana $35,082 Nebraska $35,008

Kentucky $34,967 South Carolina $34,819 Tennessee $34,726 Idaho $34,689 New Mexico $34,417 Oklahoma $34,358 Alabama $34,139 South Dakota $33,771

Arkansas $33,570 West Virginia $33,462 Mississippi $33,139

Top Paying Cities for Welding Machine Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $41,143
Washington: $41,143
Naval Anacost Annex: $41,143

Parcel Return Service, DC $41,143 Washington, DC $41,143 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $41,143 Washington Navy Yard, DC $41,143

Welding Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Welding Machine Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$33,376

Average $41,359/year

$51,196

$2,781

Average $3,447/month

$4,266

$642

Average $795/week

$985

$16

Average $20/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,196	$4,266	$985	$25
Average	$41,359	$3,447	$795	$20
25th Percentile	$33,376	$2,781	$642	$16

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