Welder / Welding Technician in Iowa

Welders fuse metal together using heat and electricity to build everything from bridges and pipelines to aircraft and auto frames. Certified underwater welders and pipeline welders can earn $100K–$200K+. It's pure craftsmanship that never goes offshore.

$45,599 IA Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in Iowa

Estimated salary range for Welder / Welding Technicians in Iowa, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$34,000
Median
$45,599
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in Iowa

Credential required: AWS Certified Welder (CW) — industry standard

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Iowa state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in Iowa

Community College
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Kirkwood Community College

📍 Cedar Rapids, IA

Iowa's largest community college with 12,763 students. Consistently ranked among the nation's best community colleges. L...

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Community College
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Des Moines Area Community College

📍 Ankeny, IA

Iowa's largest community college by enrollment (23,700+ students). Multiple campuses across central Iowa. Accredited by ...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingPharmacy Tech
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Hawkeye Community College

📍 Waterloo, IA

Northeast Iowa community college serving the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro. ADA and APTA accreditation alongside HLC. Stron...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneMedical AssistingHVACElectrical Technology

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