Average Welder Salary in Georgia

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Welder in Georgia earns $46,500 per year, which is below the national average of $47,540. This translates to approximately $22.36 per hour, $1,788 biweekly, or $3,875 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$34,900	$16.78
Average (50th)	$46,500	$22.36
Experienced (75th)	$53,500	$25.71
Top Earners (90th)	$60,400	$29.04

Welder Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$50,200	$4,183/mo
Augusta	$47,400	$3,950/mo
Savannah	$45,600	$3,800/mo
Athens	$44,200	$3,683/mo
Macon	$43,200	$3,600/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + training
Job Growth (2022-2032)	2% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Welders in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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