Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,600 | $53,934 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.73 | $25.93 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,214.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in Arizona is $55,600, or about $26.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. Arizona is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in Arizona typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,270 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $55,600, Arizona offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.