Welding schools in Dayton, OH
7 schools within 30 miles of Dayton, OH offer welding programs, and one is in Dayton itself. Welders in Ohio earn a median $50,340 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 7
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in OH
- $50,340
7 welding schools within 30 mi of Dayton, OH
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Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
Monroe, OH · 27 mi · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CDL & truck driving
- +10
What welders earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $50,340
- $24.20 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,990–$70,510
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 20,330
- 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 Dayton?
The closest are Sinclair Community College (Dayton, 2 mi), Hobart Institute of Welding Technology (Troy, 19 mi), and Warren County Career Center (Lebanon, 20 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Dayton cost?
For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,992 to $24,731. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Dayton?
Across Ohio, the median pay is $50,340 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 Dayton?
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
- Centerville (11 mi)
- Troy (18 mi)
- Springfield (24 mi)
- Lebanon (25 mi)
- Hamilton (33 mi)
- Cincinnati (47 mi)
- Bethel (57 mi)
- Delaware (69 mi)
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