Welder pay in Rhode Island
State median
Public data$28.35/hr
≈ $58,968/year full-time
Pay distribution in Rhode Island
25th percentile
$22.73
per hour
Median
$28.35
per hour
75th percentile
$36.07
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Metros in Rhode Island
- Providence$23.72/hr median
Frequently asked questions
How much do welders make in Rhode Island?
The median pay for welders in Rhode Island is $28.35/hr (about $58,968/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $22.73 and $36.07 per hour.
How does Rhode Island compare to the national average for welders?
Rhode Island pays 22% above the national median of $23.25/hr for welders. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.
Where in Rhode Island do welders earn the most?
Among the metros we track in Rhode Island, Providence pays the most at $23.72/hr median. Compare it on the city pages linked below.