Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Dakota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,000 | $53,934 | +15% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.81 | $25.93 | +15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $69,663.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in North Dakota is $62,000, or about $29.81 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. North Dakota is +15% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in North Dakota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,590 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $62,000, North Dakota offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.