Entry Level Welder
Typical entry level band in AustinIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025
Welder jobs in Austin, TX
2,210 welders employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $59,040/year median · 10% above the national median.
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The median welder salary in Austin, TX is $59,040/year, with a typical range of $47,060 to $67,000 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median salary | $59,040/year | BLS |
Welder pay in Austin, TX
The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Austin metro. Half of Welders earn inside that band.
25th$47,060
Median$59,040
75th$67,000
vs US10% above the national median
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metro area (SOC 51-4121, Welder). Full Welder salary guide →
What is a Welder salary in Austin?
The median welder salary in Austin, TX is $59,040/year, with a typical range of $47,060 to $67,000 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 2,210 welders employed in the Austin metro area.
Welder pay bands in Austin by seniority
The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.
Entry Level Welder
Typical entry level band in AustinIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Staff Welder
Typical staff band in AustinIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Entry Level Welder
Typical entry level band in AustinIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Lead Welder
Typical lead band in AustinIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Welder Career Ladder — Austin Metro
Expected pay at each step, scaled to Austin’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.
- Entry Welder0–2 yrs$42,508
- Mid Welder2–5 yrs$56,088
- Senior Welder5–8 yrs$70,848
- Staff Welder8–12 yrs$85,608
- Lead Welder12+ yrs$100,368
Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 51-4121, Welder).
Employers in the Welder hiring market in Austin
- Apex Staffing
- NexGen Group
- TechCorp Solutions
- Talent Bridge
- Summit Enterprises
Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.
How employers in Austin post Welder jobs
Employers in the Austin metro typically post Welder roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:
Welder in Austin, TX — Common Questions
- How much does a Welder earn in Austin, TX?
- Median $59,040/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $47,060–$67,000. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
- How many Welder jobs are there in Austin?
- BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 2,210 Welder roles employed in the Austin metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
- Which ATS platforms do Austin employers use for Welder?
- Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
- Does Jobeezy apply to Welder jobs for me?
- Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Welder openings in Austin and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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