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Welder Salary in Malaysia

Welders join metal parts using heat for construction, manufacturing, and repair. The Malaysia median is $32,434 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$32,434
per year
Monthly (national)
$2,703
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$32,434
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$15.59
varies by city

Welder salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$32,434
Petaling Jaya, MY$32,434
Ipoh, MY$32,434
Malacca, MY$32,434
Kota Bharu, MY$32,434
Kuantan, MY$32,434
Kota Kinabalu, MY$32,434
Kuala Terengganu, MY$32,434
Alor Setar, MY$32,434
Kuching, MY$32,434
Seremban, MY$32,434
Kuala Lumpur, MY$22,704

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a welder make in Malaysia?
The national median welder salary in Malaysia is about RM 132,000 per year (RM 11,000 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 92,400 to RM 132,000.
Which Malaysia city pays welders the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 132,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays welders the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 92,400 per year for a welder.
What is the typical salary range for a welder in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, welder pay commonly spans from about RM 65,400 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 178,500 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have welder salary data?
Pay by Role publishes welder pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is welder in demand in Malaysia?
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.