How much does a welder make?

It depends on the country. Examples from this dataset: 1 120 000 kr in Norway; CHF 78'000 in Switzerland; € 80.400 in Belgium, and more.

Which country pays welders the most?

Of 40 covered countries, Norway leads on an FX-adjusted view at about 1 120 000 kr per year ($119,887).

Which country pays welders the least?

Among covered countries, Philippines is on the lower end at about ₱571,000 per year (local currency).

Is welder a growing career?

Employment for this occupation is projected at about +3% over the next decade — a global sketch, not a country forecast.

Skilled Trades

Welder Salary by Country

Covered in 40 countries, with Norway leading on an FX-adjusted view. Choose a country for local-currency city breakdowns.

Countries covered

10-yr outlook

+3%

projected growth

Welder pay worldwide: Norway leads a wide FX-adjusted spread

Welder is covered in 40 countries. On an FX-adjusted USD view, Norway leads near $119,887 (1 120 000 kr local) while Philippines sits near $9,145 (₱571,000 local) — about 13.1×.

Welders join metal parts using heat for construction, manufacturing, and repair. Common screening skills include MIG/TIG, Blueprints, Safety, and Fabrication.

Local-currency tables below are what employers quote; the USD sort is only for cross-border orientation. Tax, public healthcare, and hours differ enough that a higher USD median is not automatically a better life. Outlook for the occupation is sketched at +3% over ten years — not country-specific hiring.

After Norway, Switzerland is next on the USD ranking at about $96,459. Related skilled trades titles include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Chef, and HVAC Technician. Pick a country page next for city bands; pick a city salary page when you have a metro.

Do not rank countries by cash alone for immigration decisions — licensing and visas are independent of this table. Use each country’s salary calculator assumptions separately; a single global “take-home” does not exist.

How to compare Welder pay across countries

Convert only for shortlisting, then switch back to local currency for offers. A remote employer paying “US median” while you live elsewhere is a different problem from relocating into Norway.

Skills commonly listed: MIG/TIG, Blueprints, Safety, Fabrication, and Inspection. Requirements still change by country and seniority.

What the top of this Welder list is telling you

Norway leads on this FX-adjusted snapshot at 1 120 000 kr ($119,887). That usually pairs with high prices, selective immigration, or both — open the Norway welder page before treating the rank as a plan.

Welder salary by country

Country	Per year	Per month
United States	$57,700	$4,800
United Kingdom	$78,823	$6,636
Canada	$72,856	$6,059
Australia	$91,700	$7,666
Germany	$85,094	$7,081
France	$79,173	$6,617
Netherlands	$92,640	$7,778
Switzerland	$96,459	$8,038
Singapore	$88,069	$7,313
India	$11,659	$972
Japan	$56,012	$4,667
South Korea	$68,600	$5,717
Poland	$61,134	$5,094
Brazil	$25,099	$2,085
United Arab Emirates	$51,191	$4,275
Mexico	$29,457	$2,458
Ireland	$77,664	$6,501
Spain	$60,019	$4,992
Italy	$59,554	$4,992
Sweden	$81,622	$6,805
Norway	$119,887	$9,987
Denmark	$84,381	$7,027
Belgium	$93,336	$7,778
Austria	$76,735	$6,385
Portugal	$43,534	$3,599
Finland	$68,841	$5,688
China	$43,496	$3,622
Hong Kong	$61,999	$5,167
New Zealand	$58,822	$4,912
Indonesia	$10,084	$840
Philippines	$9,145	$762
Vietnam	$10,420	$868
Thailand	$21,198	$1,767
Malaysia	$32,777	$2,731
Israel	$72,922	$6,088
Saudi Arabia	$36,800	$3,067
Turkey	$26,100	$2,175
Argentina	$10,123	$844
Colombia	$20,575	$1,715
South Africa	$19,112	$1,595

Source figures are in each country’s local currency; amounts above convert to your display currency.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default). FX as of Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

Required skills

MIG/TIGBlueprintsSafetyFabricationInspection

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a welder make?: It depends on the country. Examples from this dataset: 1 120 000 kr in Norway; CHF 78'000 in Switzerland; € 80.400 in Belgium, and more.
Which country pays welders the most?: Of 40 covered countries, Norway leads on an FX-adjusted view at about 1 120 000 kr per year ($119,887).
Which country pays welders the least?: Among covered countries, Philippines is on the lower end at about ₱571,000 per year (local currency).
Is welder a growing career?: Employment for this occupation is projected at about +3% over the next decade — a global sketch, not a country forecast.
What skills do welders need?: Common skills include MIG/TIG, Blueprints, Safety, Fabrication, and Inspection. Requirements vary by country, employer, and seniority.
What other skilled trades jobs are similar?: Related roles include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Chef, and HVAC Technician. Compare pay on each job page.