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Welder Salary in China

Welders join metal parts using heat for construction, manufacturing, and repair. The China median is $43,216 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$43,216
per year
Monthly (national)
$3,599
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$43,216
Tianjin, CN
Hourly (national)
$20.78
varies by city

Welder salary by city in China

CityPer year
Tianjin, CN$43,216
Wuhan, CN$43,216
Dongguan, CN$43,216
Xi’an, CN$43,216
Nanjing, CN$43,216
Foshan, CN$43,216
Shanghai, CN$34,808
Beijing, CN$33,776
Shenzhen, CN$30,826
Guangzhou, CN$27,581
Hangzhou, CN$26,401
Chengdu, CN$21,977

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a welder make in China?
The national median welder salary in China is about ¥293,000 per year (¥24,400 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about ¥149,000 to ¥293,000.
Which China city pays welders the most?
Tianjin, CN pays the most at about ¥293,000 per year.
Which China city pays welders the least?
Among cities we cover, Chengdu, CN is on the lower end at about ¥149,000 per year for a welder.
What is the typical salary range for a welder in China?
Across China cities we cover, welder pay commonly spans from about ¥105,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about ¥396,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many China cities have welder salary data?
Pay by Role publishes welder pay for 12 cities in China, all shown in CNY.
Is welder in demand in China?
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.