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 $53,961 for beginners, reaching about $56,311 at mid-level, and approach $58,721 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 $61,039, California $60,807, Massachusetts $59,997. 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: $57,230; Locksmith - Casino: $56,684; Locksmith Sign on: $55,955; Locksmith Technician: $55,130; Locksmith Commercial: $54,593.

Locksmith Salary in Delaware

How much does a Locksmith make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Locksmith in Delaware is $55,829 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): $68,167
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,141 to $62,287
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,962

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Locksmith Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,287	$5,191	$1,198	$30
Average	$55,829	$4,652	$1,074	$27
25th Percentile	$50,141	$4,178	$964	$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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Locksmith	$53,961
Intermediate Level Locksmith	$54,386
Senior Level Locksmith	$56,311
Specialist Level Locksmith	$58,239
Expert Level Locksmith	$58,721

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: $61,039.
California: $60,807.
Massachusetts: $59,997.

District of Columbia $61,039 California $60,807 Massachusetts $59,997 Washington $59,776 New Jersey $59,754 Alaska $59,677 Connecticut $58,916 New York $58,608

Hawaii $57,621 Rhode Island $57,158 Maryland $56,844 Minnesota $56,414 Colorado $56,248 Illinois $56,193 Oregon $55,983 Delaware $55,829

New Hampshire $55,732 Virginia $55,515 Pennsylvania $54,881 Nevada $54,561 North Dakota $54,456 Michigan $54,291 Wisconsin $54,230 Vermont $54,109

Texas $53,773 Maine $53,751 Arizona $53,718 Ohio $53,679 Georgia $53,172 Indiana $52,918 Wyoming $52,869 Utah $52,792

Iowa $52,758 Kansas $52,494 Louisiana $52,417 North Carolina $52,389 Missouri $52,378 Florida $52,163 Montana $52,047 Nebraska $51,937

Kentucky $51,876 South Carolina $51,656 Tennessee $51,518 Idaho $51,463 New Mexico $51,060 Oklahoma $50,972 Alabama $50,647 South Dakota $50,101

Arkansas $49,804 West Virginia $49,644 Mississippi $49,164

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: $57,781
Little Creek: $57,246
Magnolia: $57,483

Lincoln, DE $57,781 Little Creek, DE $57,246 Magnolia, DE $57,483 Milford, DE $57,781 Marydel, DE $57,031 Millsboro, DE $57,781 Millville, DE $58,167 Milton, DE $57,781

Nassau, DE $57,781 Ocean View, DE $58,167 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,167 Seaford, DE $57,174 Selbyville, DE $58,167 Smyrna, DE $56,965 Viola, DE $57,483 Woodside, DE $57,318

Bear, DE $56,546 Newark, DE $56,568 Claymont, DE $56,612 Delaware City, DE $56,568 Hockessin, DE $56,612 Kirkwood, DE $56,568 Middletown, DE $56,849 Montchanin, DE $56,612

New Castle, DE $56,612 Odessa, DE $56,926 Port Penn, DE $56,414 Rockland, DE $56,612 Saint Georges, DE $56,568 Townsend, DE $56,844 Winterthur, DE $56,612 Lewes, DE $57,781

Wilmington, DE $56,612 Dover, DE $57,218 Dover Afb, DE $57,351 Bethany Beach, DE $58,167 Bethel, DE $57,174 Bridgeville, DE $57,781 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,279 Cheswold, DE $57,086

Clayton, DE $56,943 Dagsboro, DE $58,167 Delmar, DE $57,174 Ellendale, DE $57,781 Felton, DE $57,781 Fenwick Island, DE $58,167 Frankford, DE $58,167 Frederica, DE $57,781

Georgetown, DE $57,781 Greenwood, DE $57,781 Harbeson, DE $57,781 Harrington, DE $57,781 Hartly, DE $56,915 Houston, DE $57,781 Kenton, DE $56,943 Laurel, DE $57,174

Yorklyn, DE $56,612

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$50,141

Average $55,829/year

$62,287

$4,178

Average $4,652/month

$5,191

$964

Average $1,074/week

$1,198

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,287	$5,191	$1,198	$30
Average	$55,829	$4,652	$1,074	$27
25th Percentile	$50,141	$4,178	$964	$24

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