Welding schools in Huntington, WV
5 schools within 30 miles of Huntington, WV offer welding programs, and 2 are in Huntington itself. Welders in West Virginia earn a median $48,810 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 5
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in WV
- $48,810
5 welding schools within 30 mi of Huntington, WV
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Mountwest Community & Technical College
Huntington, WV · 1.8 mi · Public
- Welding
- CNC machining
- CDL & truck driving
- +17
Cabell County Career Technology Center
Huntington, WV · 3.4 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +2
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Ashland Community & Technical College
Ashland, KY · 12 mi · Public
- Welding
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
What welders earn in West Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $48,810
- $23.46 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,700–$73,780
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WV
- 2,100
- 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 Huntington?
The closest are Mountwest Community & Technical College (Huntington, 2 mi), Cabell County Career Technology Center (Huntington, 3 mi), and Collins Career Technical Center (Chesapeake, 6 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach welding.
How much do welding programs near Huntington cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,657 to $24,642. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do welders make near Huntington?
Across West Virginia, the median pay is $48,810 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 Huntington?
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
- Foster (40 mi)
- Charleston (44 mi)
- Maysville, KY (75 mi)