What are the main factors that influence a Locksmith's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Locksmith's salary?

A Locksmith's salary grows with experience: starting around $53,980 for beginners, reaching about $56,327 at mid-level, and approach $58,733 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Locksmith?

Locksmith salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Locksmith roles are District of Columbia $61,058, California $60,826, Massachusetts $60,015. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Locksmith roles make?

Salaries for Locksmith level roles vary by specialization: Apprentice Locksmith: $57,244; Locksmith - Casino: $56,700; Locksmith Sign on: $55,972; Locksmith Technician: $55,150; Locksmith Commercial: $54,609.

Locksmith Salary in Delaware

How much does a Locksmith make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Locksmith in Delaware is $55,846 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Locksmith's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,163
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,162 to $62,293
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,987

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Locksmith Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,293	$5,191	$1,198	$30
Average	$55,846	$4,654	$1,074	$27
25th Percentile	$50,162	$4,180	$965	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Locksmith Salaries

A Locksmith's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Locksmith Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Locksmith's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,980
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,404
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,327
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,252
Expert (over 8 years): $58,733

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Locksmith	$53,980
Intermediate Level Locksmith	$54,404
Senior Level Locksmith	$56,327
Specialist Level Locksmith	$58,252
Expert Level Locksmith	$58,733

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How Do Locksmith Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Locksmiths. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,058.
California: $60,826.
Massachusetts: $60,015.

District of Columbia $61,058 California $60,826 Massachusetts $60,015 Washington $59,795 New Jersey $59,773 Alaska $59,696 Connecticut $58,935 New York $58,626

Hawaii $57,639 Rhode Island $57,175 Maryland $56,861 Minnesota $56,431 Colorado $56,265 Illinois $56,210 Oregon $56,001 Delaware $55,846

New Hampshire $55,749 Virginia $55,532 Pennsylvania $54,898 Nevada $54,578 North Dakota $54,473 Michigan $54,308 Wisconsin $54,247 Vermont $54,126

Texas $53,789 Maine $53,767 Arizona $53,734 Ohio $53,696 Georgia $53,188 Indiana $52,935 Wyoming $52,885 Utah $52,808

Iowa $52,775 Kansas $52,510 Louisiana $52,433 North Carolina $52,405 Missouri $52,394 Florida $52,179 Montana $52,063 Nebraska $51,953

Kentucky $51,892 South Carolina $51,672 Tennessee $51,534 Idaho $51,479 New Mexico $51,076 Oklahoma $50,988 Alabama $50,663 South Dakota $50,117

Arkansas $49,819 West Virginia $49,659 Mississippi $49,179

Top Paying Cities for Locksmiths

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $57,799
Little Creek: $57,264
Magnolia: $57,501

Lincoln, DE $57,799 Little Creek, DE $57,264 Magnolia, DE $57,501 Milford, DE $57,799 Marydel, DE $57,049 Millsboro, DE $57,799 Millville, DE $58,185 Milton, DE $57,799

Nassau, DE $57,799 Ocean View, DE $58,185 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,185 Seaford, DE $57,192 Selbyville, DE $58,185 Smyrna, DE $56,982 Viola, DE $57,501 Woodside, DE $57,335

Bear, DE $56,563 Newark, DE $56,585 Claymont, DE $56,629 Delaware City, DE $56,585 Hockessin, DE $56,629 Kirkwood, DE $56,585 Middletown, DE $56,867 Montchanin, DE $56,629

New Castle, DE $56,629 Odessa, DE $56,944 Port Penn, DE $56,431 Rockland, DE $56,629 Saint Georges, DE $56,585 Townsend, DE $56,861 Winterthur, DE $56,629 Lewes, DE $57,799

Wilmington, DE $56,629 Dover, DE $57,236 Dover Afb, DE $57,368 Bethany Beach, DE $58,185 Bethel, DE $57,192 Bridgeville, DE $57,799 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,297 Cheswold, DE $57,104

Clayton, DE $56,960 Dagsboro, DE $58,185 Delmar, DE $57,192 Ellendale, DE $57,799 Felton, DE $57,799 Fenwick Island, DE $58,185 Frankford, DE $58,185 Frederica, DE $57,799

Georgetown, DE $57,799 Greenwood, DE $57,799 Harbeson, DE $57,799 Harrington, DE $57,799 Hartly, DE $56,933 Houston, DE $57,799 Kenton, DE $56,960 Laurel, DE $57,192

Yorklyn, DE $56,629

Locksmith Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Locksmith's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$50,162

Average $55,846/year

$62,293

$4,180

Average $4,654/month

$5,191

$965

Average $1,074/week

$1,198

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,293	$5,191	$1,198	$30
Average	$55,846	$4,654	$1,074	$27
25th Percentile	$50,162	$4,180	$965	$24

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