Is Columbus a strong pay market for Welders?

At a $51,260 median, Columbus is $2,490 (5%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $53,750. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.

How can I earn more as a Welder in Columbus?

Target employers paying toward the $60,140 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Welder openings in Columbus and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Welder Salary in Columbus, OH

Median: $51,260/year — $2,490 (5%) below the national median. Range: $47,400–$60,140.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Welder salary guide

The median Welder salary in Columbus, OH is $51,260/year ($2,490 (5%) below the national median), with a typical range of $47,400–$60,140. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
Metric	Value	Source
Median	$51,260/year	BLS
Range	$47,400–$60,140	BLS

### Key facts for Welder in Columbus Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Welder Salary in Columbus vs. National Average

25th Pct (Columbus) $47,400

Median (Columbus) $51,260

75th Pct (Columbus) $60,140

National median: $53,750/yr. Columbus is $2,490 (5%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Columbus, OH metro area (SOC 51-4121, Welder).

Welder pay in Columbus, OH — common questions

How much does a Welder make in Columbus, OH?: The median Welder salary in Columbus, OH is $51,260/year ($2,490 (5%) below the national median), with a typical range of $47,400–$60,140 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Columbus a strong pay market for Welders?: At a $51,260 median, Columbus is $2,490 (5%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $53,750. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Welder in Columbus?: Target employers paying toward the $60,140 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Welder openings in Columbus and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

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