Best Paying Industries for Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
$47,060
National Median Salary
71
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utilities | $94,100 | +100.0% | 120 |
| 2 | Metal Ore Mining | $83,010 | +76.4% | 60 |
| 3 | Mining (except Oil and Gas) | $82,980 | +76.3% | 70 |
| 4 | Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction | $78,440 | +66.7% | 180 |
| 5 | Chemical Manufacturing | $76,210 | +61.9% | 70 |
| 6 | Chemical Manufacturing (3251, 3252, 3253, and 3259 only) | $76,210 | +61.9% | 70 |
| 7 | Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services | $73,630 | +56.5% | 410 |
| 8 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $73,630 | +56.5% | 410 |
| 9 | Engineering Services | $73,630 | +56.5% | 410 |
| 10 | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | $65,240 | +38.6% | 2,570 |
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