- Open jobs
- 0
- Agencies hiring
- 0
- Median wage in Michigan (BLS)
- $24.03/hour
Welder pay in Michigan
The median wage for Welder jobs in Michigan is $24.03 per hour ($49,982 a year full-time). Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.
FAQ
How much does a Welder make in Michigan?
The median wage for Welder jobs in Michigan is $24.03 per hour (about $49,982 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How many Welder jobs are open in Michigan?
0 Welder jobs from 0 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most warehouse and production jobs need no license or experience: you usually need to be 18+, pass a background check and drug screen, and be able to lift around 50 lb. Forklift jobs require an OSHA forklift certification, which many agencies provide for free.