Entry Level Welder
Typical entry level band in PortlandIllustrative 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 Portland, OR
3,300 welders employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $62,050/year median · 15% above the national median.
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The median welder salary in Portland, OR is $62,050/year, with a typical range of $53,130 to $72,400 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median salary | $62,050/year | BLS |
Welder pay in Portland, OR
The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Portland metro. Half of Welders earn inside that band.
25th$53,130
Median$62,050
75th$72,400
vs US15% above the national median
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area (SOC 51-4121, Welder). Full Welder salary guide →
What is a Welder salary in Portland?
The median welder salary in Portland, OR is $62,050/year, with a typical range of $53,130 to $72,400 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 3,300 welders employed in the Portland metro area.
Welder pay bands in Portland 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 PortlandIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Lead Welder
Typical lead band in PortlandIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Lead Welder
Typical lead band in PortlandIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Mid Level Welder
Typical mid level band in PortlandIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Welder Career Ladder — Portland Metro
Expected pay at each step, scaled to Portland’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.
- Entry Welder0–2 yrs$44,676
- Mid Welder2–5 yrs$58,947
- Senior Welder5–8 yrs$74,460
- Staff Welder8–12 yrs$89,972
- Lead Welder12+ yrs$105,485
Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 51-4121, Welder).
Employers in the Welder hiring market in Portland
- Talent Bridge
- Summit Enterprises
- Apex Staffing
- NexGen Group
- TechCorp Solutions
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 Portland post Welder jobs
Employers in the Portland metro typically post Welder roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:
Welder in Portland, OR — Common Questions
- How much does a Welder earn in Portland, OR?
- Median $62,050/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $53,130–$72,400. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
- How many Welder jobs are there in Portland?
- BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 3,300 Welder roles employed in the Portland metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
- Which ATS platforms do Portland 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 Portland and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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