Welders, Cutters, Solderers & Brazers Salary in Washington
Median Annual Salary
$61,730
$29.68/hr
Salary Range
$47,620 – $83,300
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
7,680
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.2%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$57,530
real purchasing power
21% above the national median ($51,000)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$47,620 (entry)$61,730 (median)$83,300 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+24.3%
$10,960 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $69,140 | 770 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $64,510 | 3,270 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $63,370 | 230 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $62,200 | 370 |
| Bellingham | $61,660 | 310 |
| Walla Walla | $60,720 | 70 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $59,850 | 680 |
| Longview-Kelso | $59,260 | 160 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $54,900 | 120 |
| Yakima | $52,220 | 260 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $49,700 | 70 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.