Welding schools in Anaheim, CA

15 schools within 30 miles of Anaheim, CA offer welding programs, and the closest is Fullerton College in Fullerton, 9 miles away. Welders in California earn a median $58,060 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
15
Closest
9 mi
Public colleges
11
Median pay in CA
$58,060

15 welding schools within 30 mi of Anaheim, CA

School results

  1. Fullerton College

    Fullerton, CA · 9.3 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Cosmetology
    • +5
  2. Santa Ana College

    Santa Ana, CA · 9.9 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +11
  3. Mt. San Antonio College

    Walnut, CA · 14 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +14
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  5. Orange Coast College

    Costa Mesa, CA · 15 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12
  6. Hacienda La Puente Adult Education

    La Puente, CA · 18 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +8
  7. Tri-Community Adult Education

    Covina, CA · 19 mi · Public

    • Welding
  8. Universal Technical Institute of California Inc

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA · 19 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +1
  9. The Fab School

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA · 19 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • CAD & drafting
  10. Cerritos College

    Norwalk, CA · 20 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • Carpentry
    • CNC machining
    • +13
  11. Long Beach City College

    Long Beach, CA · 22 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +12
  12. Universal Technical Institute-Southern California

    Long Beach, CA · 22 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +1
  13. Riverside City College

    Riverside, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +7
  14. Compton College

    Compton, CA · 26 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +5
  15. CET-Colton

    Colton, CA · 28 mi · Private

    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2
  16. Pasadena City College

    Pasadena, CA · 29 mi · Public

    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +13

What welders earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$58,060
$27.91 an hour
Typical range
$44,520–$81,940
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
26,060
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.4%
40,300 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest welding schools to Anaheim?

The closest are Fullerton College (Fullerton, 9 mi), Santa Ana College (Santa Ana, 10 mi), and Mt. San Antonio College (Walnut, 14 mi). In total, 15 schools within 30 miles teach welding.

How much do welding programs near Anaheim cost?

For the 14 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,424 to $37,713. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do welders make near Anaheim?

Across California, the median pay is $58,060 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a welding school in Anaheim?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.