Welder Salary in Oklahoma (2026)

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, welder wages in Oklahoma vary by metro area, experience, and specialization. Below you will find detailed salary data and wage percentile breakdowns.

Welder Salary in Oklahoma

Median Salary $49,720 $23.90/hr
Average Salary $52,860 $25.41/hr
State National Diff
Median Wage $49,720 $53,750 -7.5%
Mean Wage $52,860 $56,760 -6.9%

Salary Range

$37,860 10th pctl
$49,720 Median
$70,640 90th pctl
10th Percentile $37,860 $18.20/hr
25th Percentile $44,920 $21.59/hr
75th Percentile $60,790 $29.23/hr
90th Percentile $70,640 $33.96/hr

Employment & Outlook

Total Employed9,960
Jobs per 1,0005.8

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121) • BLS OEWS, May 2025 • bls.gov/oes

Welder Wages by Metro Area in Oklahoma

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers Wages by Metro Area in Oklahoma

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers wages in Oklahoma vary by metro area.

Metro AreaEmploymentMedian Annual WageAvg. Annual WageEntry Level
(10th pctile)
Experienced
(90th pctile)
Tulsa4,520$53,550$55,540$39,960$72,740
Oklahoma City2,200$48,760$52,120$37,560$70,640
Fort Smith400$46,630$47,400$36,900$58,140
Enid90$49,090$55,510$36,330$80,530
Lawton80$49,720$52,610$38,190$79,200

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Understanding Wage Percentiles

Wage percentiles show how welder salaries are distributed across Oklahoma. The 10th percentile represents entry-level wages, while the 90th percentile reflects what experienced professionals earn. The median (50th percentile) is the midpoint where half of welders earn more and half earn less.

These figures come from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and reflect reported wages for Oklahoma. Actual earnings depend on employer, certifications, and years of experience.

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