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Locksmiths and Safe Repairers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Locksmiths and Safe Repairers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,010
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.8% vs 2024
$67,180
Mean Salary
$61,010
Median Salary
$29.33
Hourly Rate
2,060 people work as Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California earn a median salary of $61,010 per year ($5,084/month).
This is 16.6% above the national average of $52,335.
California ranks #6 out of 48 states for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers pay.
Approximately 2,060 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 0.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.
Top Skills
Repairing
3.5
Time Management
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Speaking
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.57
Customer and Personal Service
4.19
Public Safety and Security
4.05
English Language
3.86
Sales and Marketing
3.52
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(65.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California
Salaries for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California range from $47,020 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $93,030 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $49,910 and $80,530.
Median $61,010
P10: $47,020P25: $49,910P75: $80,530P90: $93,030
10th
$47,020
25th
$49,910
Median
$61,010
75th
$80,530
90th
$93,030
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,020
$22.61
$3,918
25th Percentile
$49,910
$24.00
$4,159
Median (50th)
$61,010
$29.33
$5,084
75th Percentile
$80,530
$38.72
$6,710
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$93,030
$44.73
$7,752
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,180 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Locksmiths and Safe Repairers make in California?
The median annual salary for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California is $61,010 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,180.
What is the salary range for a Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California?
Salaries for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California range from $47,020 at the 10th percentile to $93,030 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $49,910 and $80,530.
What is the starting salary for a Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California?
Entry-level Locksmiths and Safe Repairers positions in California typically start around $47,020 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $49,910 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,060 people are employed as Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Locksmiths and Safe Repairers in California is approximately $29.33 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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