Entry Level Welder
Typical entry level band in RaleighIllustrative 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 Raleigh, NC
1,090 welders employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $56,940/year median · 6% above the national median.
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The median welder salary in Raleigh, NC is $56,940/year, with a typical range of $47,190 to $60,980 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median salary | $56,940/year | BLS |
Welder pay in Raleigh, NC
The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Raleigh metro. Half of Welders earn inside that band.
25th$47,190
Median$56,940
75th$60,980
vs US6% above the national median
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area (SOC 51-4121, Welder). Full Welder salary guide →
What is a Welder salary in Raleigh?
The median welder salary in Raleigh, NC is $56,940/year, with a typical range of $47,190 to $60,980 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 1,090 welders employed in the Raleigh metro area.
Welder pay bands in Raleigh 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.
Staff Welder
Typical staff band in RaleighIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Lead Welder
Typical lead band in RaleighIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Staff Welder
Typical staff band in RaleighIllustrative 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 RaleighIllustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.
Welder Career Ladder — Raleigh Metro
Expected pay at each step, scaled to Raleigh’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.
- Entry Welder0–2 yrs$40,996
- Mid Welder2–5 yrs$54,093
- Senior Welder5–8 yrs$68,328
- Staff Welder8–12 yrs$82,563
- Lead Welder12+ yrs$96,798
Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 51-4121, Welder).
Employers in the Welder hiring market in Raleigh
- 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 Raleigh post Welder jobs
Employers in the Raleigh metro typically post Welder roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:
Welder in Raleigh, NC — Common Questions
- How much does a Welder earn in Raleigh, NC?
- Median $56,940/year. 25th–75th percentile runs $47,190–$60,980. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
- How many Welder jobs are there in Raleigh?
- BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 1,090 Welder roles employed in the Raleigh metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
- Which ATS platforms do Raleigh 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 Raleigh and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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