Welder Salary in Texas
A welder in Texas earns an estimated $49,300 a year ($23.70 an hour). Most workers fall from $33,500 to $71,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Welder pay in Texas
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $33,500 | $16.11 |
| Median (estimate) | $49,300 | $23.70 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $71,500 | $34.38 |
| US national median | $50,000 | $24.04 |
The Texas estimate is 1% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Texas keeps about $41,793 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,607.41 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Texas paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make in Texas?
About $49,300 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.