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Welder Salary UK 2026

Average welder salary in the UK is £28,000–£40,000. Coded welders and offshore workers earn significantly more.

2026-06-22  ·  5 min read
£32,000
Median Salary
£22k–£55k+
Typical Range
£20,000–£25,000
Entry Level
£38,000–£55,000
Senior Level

Welding pay varies significantly by process. Coded welders in oil and gas or nuclear earn the highest rates.

Salary by Process

ProcessTypical Salary
MIG Welder£24,000–£32,000
TIG Welder£28,000–£38,000
Coded Welder£35,000–£48,000
Offshore / Nuclear£50,000–£80,000+

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£28,000–£35,000 for most welders. Coded welders and offshore specialists earn significantly more.

Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024; industry salary surveys 2025