Is Richmond a strong pay market for Welders?

At a $57,710 median, Richmond is $3,960 (7%) 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 Richmond?

Target employers paying toward the $66,490 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Welder openings in Richmond and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Welder Salary in Richmond, VA

Median: $57,710/year — $3,960 (7%) above the national median. Range: $48,600–$66,490.

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

The median Welder salary in Richmond, VA is $57,710/year ($3,960 (7%) above the national median), with a typical range of $48,600–$66,490. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
Metric	Value	Source
Median	$57,710/year	BLS
Range	$48,600–$66,490	BLS

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

Welder Salary in Richmond vs. National Average

25th Pct (Richmond) $48,600

Median (Richmond) $57,710

75th Pct (Richmond) $66,490

National median: $53,750/yr. Richmond is $3,960 (7%) above the national median.

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

Welder pay in Richmond, VA — common questions

How much does a Welder make in Richmond, VA?: The median Welder salary in Richmond, VA is $57,710/year ($3,960 (7%) above the national median), with a typical range of $48,600–$66,490 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Richmond a strong pay market for Welders?: At a $57,710 median, Richmond is $3,960 (7%) 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 Richmond?: Target employers paying toward the $66,490 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Welder openings in Richmond and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

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