State Summary

Welders in Missouri can expect to earn the 39th highest average salaries in the United States, at $37,790 per year, or roughly $14.54 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 9,550 currently employed welders in Missouri, with 18 welding schools available to help you get started in the industry.