Locksmiths and Safe Repairers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for locksmiths and safe repairers is $24.68 an hour ($51,320 a year). About 15,040 people work in this job there.
Pay range for locksmiths and safe repairers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.08 | $35,530 |
| 25% of workers | $20.75 | $43,160 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.68 | $51,320 |
| 75% of workers | $31.04 | $64,560 |
| 90% of workers | $38.17 | $79,400 |
Best-paying states for locksmiths and safe repairers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $76,740 | 0 |
| Connecticut | $69,280 | 120 |
| Hawaii | $64,490 | 50 |
| Delaware | $63,640 | 50 |
| New York | $61,830 | 960 |
| California | $61,010 | 2,060 |
| Maryland | $60,330 | 270 |
| Massachusetts | $59,420 | 300 |
| Minnesota | $59,070 | 220 |
| Alaska | $58,390 | 80 |
Pay by state
- California · $61,010
- Florida · $49,120
- New York · $61,830
- Pennsylvania · $52,160
- Texas · $43,860
Education, experience and outlook for locksmiths and safe repairers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -11.7% over ten years, declining · about 1,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $49,590 |
| Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers | $39,630 |
| Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers | $60,070 |
| Helpers--Electricians | $42,670 |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $42,360 |
| Millwrights | $65,700 |
| Mechanical Door Repairers | $55,720 |
| Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers | $109,910 |
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Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.