Welding schools in Waxahachie, TX
3 schools within 30 miles of Waxahachie, TX offer welding programs, and the closest is Lincoln College of Technology-Grand Prairie in Grand Prairie, 24 miles away. Welders in Texas earn a median $53,340 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 24 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in TX
- $53,340
3 welding schools within 30 mi of Waxahachie, TX
School results
Lincoln College of Technology-Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, TX · 24 mi · Private
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- CNC machining
- +3
What welders earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $53,340
- $25.64 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,380–$80,240
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 52,000
- 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 Waxahachie?
The closest are Lincoln College of Technology-Grand Prairie (Grand Prairie, 24 mi), M T Training Center (Grand Prairie, 25 mi), and Dallas College (Dallas, 25 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Waxahachie cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,214 to $33,250. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Waxahachie?
Across Texas, the median pay is $53,340 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 Waxahachie?
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
- Grand Prairie (22 mi)
- Dallas (27 mi)
- Burleson (29 mi)
- Fort Worth (39 mi)
- Rockwall (43 mi)
- Plano (45 mi)
- Flower Mound (47 mi)
- Denton (59 mi)