State Summary

Welders in Kansas can expect to earn the 26th highest average salaries in the United States, at $41,918 per year, or roughly $16.13 an hour. This hourly rate is calculated using a common schedule of 10-hour shifts, working 5 days a week. However, hours will vary from role to role, and overtime work is common. There are around 5,600 currently employed welders in Kansas, with 38 welding schools available to help you get started in the industry.