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Welder Salary in Australia

Welders join metal parts using heat for construction, manufacturing, and repair. The Australia median is $88,828 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$88,828
per year
Monthly (national)
$7,425
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$88,828
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$42.71
varies by city

Welder salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$88,828
Canberra, ACT$88,828
Sunshine Coast, QLD$88,828
Wollongong, NSW$88,828
Hobart, TAS$88,828
Darwin, NT$88,828
Mackay, QLD$88,828
Melbourne, VIC$65,788
Sydney, NSW$64,956
Brisbane, QLD$58,849
Perth, WA$57,114
Adelaide, SA$53,852

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a welder make in Australia?
The national median welder salary in Australia is about $128,000 per year ($10,700 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $77,600 to $128,000.
Which Australia city pays welders the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $128,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays welders the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $77,600 per year for a welder.
What is the typical salary range for a welder in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, welder pay commonly spans from about $54,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $173,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have welder salary data?
Pay by Role publishes welder pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is welder in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +3% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter.