Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Utah | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,380 | $53,934 | +8% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.07 | $25.93 | +8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $59,029.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in Utah is $58,380, or about $28.07 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. Utah is +8% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in Utah typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,440 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $58,380, Utah offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.