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California Welder License Cost

Every fee the state charges, what training adds on top, and what the same licence costs in other states.

Last checked 2026-11-06•California licensing board + BLS

The fees, itemised

These are the state's own charges. Training is the big variable and is listed separately where the state sets a requirement.

We could not verify a published fee schedule for California Welder. Check the board page below before budgeting.

Cost in other states

StateState feesTimeMedian pay
California——$59,170
Florida——$49,250
Texas——$53,410

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