Welding schools in Hickory, NC
6 schools within 30 miles of Hickory, NC offer welding programs, and one is in Hickory itself. Welders in North Carolina earn a median $50,590 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in NC
- $50,590
6 welding schools within 30 mi of Hickory, NC
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Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Hudson, NC · 12 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- CNC machining
- +14
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NC · 21 mi · Public
- Welding
- CNC machining
- Medical assistant
- +8
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Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC · 28 mi · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +10
What welders earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $50,590
- $24.32 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,540–$71,240
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 11,750
- 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 Hickory?
The closest are Catawba Valley Community College (Hickory, 3 mi), Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (Hudson, 12 mi), and Western Piedmont Community College (Morganton, 21 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Hickory cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,448 to $28,915. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Hickory?
Across North Carolina, the median pay is $50,590 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 Hickory?
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.
Welding schools in nearby cities
- Morganton (21 mi)
- Statesville (25 mi)
- Wilkesboro (29 mi)
- Shelby (34 mi)
- Huntersville (34 mi)
- Gastonia (35 mi)
- Marion (38 mi)
- Spindale (43 mi)