Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,180 | $53,934 | +10% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.45 | $25.93 | +10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $58,536.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Welder in Virginia is $59,180, or about $28.45 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Welders is $53,934. Virginia is +10% above the national median.
Entry-level welders in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 10,100 welder jobs on record and a median salary of $59,180, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.