Welder in Pennsylvania: Jobs, Certifications & Pay
Pennsylvania Welder salaries, license requirements and active job openings: everything you need to plan your career in the Pennsylvania trades.
Pennsylvania Welder Market at a Glance
Welder job market data for Pennsylvania: median pay, projected growth through 2032 and annual job openings, from CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor).
Pennsylvania Welder Salary by Career Stage
See what Welder workers in Pennsylvania earn at every stage of their career, from entry-level apprenticeships to top-earning contractors.
Apprentice Welder
Median Annual Salary
$19 to $22
$40K to $47K
Journeyman Welder
Median Annual Salary
$22 to $25
$47K to $52K
Master Welder
Median Annual Salary
$25 to $29
$52K to $61K
Contractor
Median Annual Salary
$29 to $35+
$61K to $74K+
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
Top Pennsylvania Welder Jobs
Live Welder job openings across Pennsylvania. Browse current postings from top employers and contractors hiring now by pay rate, schedule, work environment plus more.
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See all Welder jobs→Per Diem Welder Jobs in Pennsylvania
Travel for work, earn more. Per diem Welder jobs in Pennsylvania include daily allowances for lodging and meals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed when paid for temporary travel under an employer's accountable plan.
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Per Diem Welder Jobs Pay More
Per diem positions let skilled tradespeople travel while earning premium pay. These short-term assignments add daily allowances for lodging, meals and incidentals on top of hourly pay, generally untaxed under an employer's accountable plan.
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Top 10 Highest-Paying US States for Welders
The 10 US states where Welder workers earn the most at the top of their career, ranked by annual salary. Click any state to explore Welder jobs and career data there.
Source: CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor), May 2025 wages.
| Rank | State | Annual Salary | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $98,500 | $47.36/hr |
| 2 | Hawaii | $90,800 | $43.67/hr |
| 3 | New Mexico | $82,500 | $39.69/hr |
| 4 | Connecticut | $81,500 | $39.23/hr |
| 5 | Wyoming | $78,800 | $37.93/hr |
| 6 | Maryland | $77,800 | $37.41/hr |
| 7 | Louisiana | $77,300 | $37.17/hr |
| 8 | Nevada | $76,600 | $36.86/hr |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $75,500 | $36.34/hr |
| 10 | New Hampshire | $74,400 | $35.78/hr |
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These are the states with the most open Welder jobs right now. There is plenty of work out there, so find the job that fits you and start getting hired today.
Pennsylvania Welder FAQ
Common questions about Welder careers in Pennsylvania: licensing, salaries, per diem opportunities, and how to get started.
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Ready to Build Your Welder Career in Pennsylvania?
Welder jobs in Pennsylvania aren't just paychecks. They're careers with real earning potential, job security, and a community of tradespeople who show up and get things built. Pennsylvania contractors are hiring Welder workers right now. Find welder jobs, build your trade file, and take the next step in your career.