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Welder salary in Chicago Metro Area, IL

Average salary
$45,500/yr
Based on 400 income tax records
$19,000
$87,000
Age:
Average salary by age
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
 
$34K
 
$45K
 
$50K
 
$53K
 
$49K
$19,000
$87,000
How much do Welders make?
The average total salary for a Welder is $45,500 per year. This is based on data from 400 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Welder and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Welder salary can vary between $19,000 to $87,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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Welder demographics in Chicago Metro Area, IL

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71% are single
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29% are married
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33% have kids
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31% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Welders in Chicago Metro Area, IL

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The average salary for a welder in Chicago Metro Area, IL is $45,500 per year. Welder salaries in Chicago Metro Area, IL can vary between $19,000 to $87,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 400 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as welder.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for welders near Chicago Metro Area, IL: East Moline, IL ($61,500 a year), Dubuque, IA ($56,000 a year), and Greencastle, IN ($55,500 a year).
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