Welder / Welding Technician in Kansas

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.

$44,659 KS Median Salary
3% Growth Rate
6 months–2 years Training

💰 Welder / Welding Technician Salary in Kansas

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

Entry
$34,000
Median
$44,659
Experienced
$70,000

🎓 Welder / Welding Technician Licensing in Kansas

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

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

🏫 Welder / Welding Technician Programs in Kansas

Community College
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Johnson County Community College

📍 Overland Park, KS

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Technical College
⭐ 90

WSU Tech (Wichita State University - Tech)

📍 Wichita, KS

Wichita's state leader in modern technical education with 100+ programs. Wichita Promise scholarship offers free tuition...

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Community College
⭐ 85

Kansas City Kansas Community College

📍 Kansas City, KS

Kansas side of the Kansas City metro. Comprehensive healthcare and technical programs. Technical Education Center provid...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingHVAC

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