Is Madison a strong pay market for Welders?

At a $59,530 median, Madison is $5,780 (11%) above 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 Madison?

Target employers paying toward the $62,860 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Welder openings in Madison and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Welder Salary in Madison, WI

Median: $59,530/year — $5,780 (11%) above the national median. Range: $50,830–$62,860.

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

The median Welder salary in Madison, WI is $59,530/year ($5,780 (11%) above the national median), with a typical range of $50,830–$62,860. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
Metric	Value	Source
Median	$59,530/year	BLS
Range	$50,830–$62,860	BLS

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

Welder Salary in Madison vs. National Average

25th Pct (Madison) $50,830

Median (Madison) $59,530

75th Pct (Madison) $62,860

National median: $53,750/yr. Madison is $5,780 (11%) above the national median.

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

Welder pay in Madison, WI — common questions

How much does a Welder make in Madison, WI?: The median Welder salary in Madison, WI is $59,530/year ($5,780 (11%) above the national median), with a typical range of $50,830–$62,860 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Madison a strong pay market for Welders?: At a $59,530 median, Madison is $5,780 (11%) above 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 Madison?: Target employers paying toward the $62,860 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Welder openings in Madison and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

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