State Summary

Welders in Ohio can expect to earn the 35th highest average salaries in the United States, at $39,390 per year, or roughly $15.15 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 17,310 currently employed welders in Ohio, with 71 welding schools available to help you get started in the industry.