Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New York | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,140 | $53,934 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.43 | $25.93 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,810.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in New York is $59,140, or about $28.43 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. New York is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in New York typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,310 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $59,140, New York offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.