How much does a Welder earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Welder in New Zealand ranges from NZD 42,500 to NZD 74,500 NZD per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Welder in New Zealand is NZD 51,000 - NZD 67,000 per year.

Welder Salary in New Zealand

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

$42,500 - $74,500

Median salary

$51,000 - $67,000

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$32K

25th percentile$43K

Median$60K

75th percentile$75K

90th percentile$96K

50% of professionals earn between $42,500 - $74,500 NZD

The median salary is $59,500

Unlock percentiles, experience bands and a printable salary report from current market data.

NZD 50,000 - 72,000+4%

NZD 52,900 - 76,200+10%

NZD 43,300 - 62,300-10%

NZD 49,000 - 87,000+16%

NZD 40,400 - 58,200-16%

NZD 10,000 - 11,375-82%

NZD 51,500 - 95,500+26%

NZD 59,700 - 85,900+24%

NZD 50,000 - 72,000+4%

NZD 50,000 - 72,000+4%

Welder

Welder - New Zealand 2026: NZD 42,500 - NZD 74,500. NZD 59,000 (median).