Jewelry Salary in California

How much does a Jewelry make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Jewelry in California is $50,735 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,256
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,831 to $56,242
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,545
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Jewelry Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $56,242 $4,687 $1,082 $27
Average $50,735 $4,228 $976 $24
25th Percentile $43,831 $3,653 $843 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Jewelry Salaries

A Jewelry'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 Jewelry Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Jewelry'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): $52,173
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,083
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,546
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,029
  • Expert (over 8 years): $94,158
Levels Salary
Jewelry Level Jewelry$52,173
General M... Level Jewelry$58,083
General M... Level Jewelry$66,546
General M... Level Jewelry$86,029
General M... Level Jewelry$94,158
$52,173 0 yr
$58,083 < 2 yrs
$66,546 2-4 yrs
$86,029 5-8 yrs
$94,158 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Jewelries

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:

  • Los Angeles: $50,822
  • West Hollywood: $50,785
  • Dodgertown: $50,822

Jewelry Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Jewelry roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Jewelry positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Jewelry as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Jewelry

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$60,882$29.020%
Pharmaceuticals$60,882$29.020%
Biotechnology$58,345$28.015%
Financial Services$58,345$28.015%
Software & Networking$58,345$28.015%

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

Understanding how a Jewelry'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 August 01, 2026

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  • beeline Group, North America

    Mountain View, CA

    beeline Group, North America | Mountain View, CA

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  • Broken English

    Santa Monica, CA

    Broken English | Santa Monica, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. OBJECTIVE. The ideal candidate is energetic, enthusiastic, and driven with a strong sales mindset. This individual demons... more

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  • Home Consignment Center

    San Carlos, CA

    Home Consignment Center | San Carlos, CA

    Jewelry Sales Associate (Part-Time). Our company is seeking a self-driven and customer-oriented Jewelry Sales Associate to join our team. As a Jewelry Sale... more

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  • Viking Staffing

    Los Angeles, CA

    Viking Staffing | Los Angeles, CA

    Benefits:Health insurancePaid time offVision insurance401(k) matchingSUMMARY/OBJECTIVEThe Jewelry Polisher position is responsible for working closely with... more

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  • beeline Group, North America

    Panorama City, CA

    beeline Group, North America | Panorama City, CA

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  • Brilliant Earth

    San Jose, CA

    Brilliant Earth | San Jose, CA

    Job Description. Job Description. Sales Associate, Jewelry (Jewelry Consultant) - San Jose, California. Our Jewelry Consultants provide an exceptional expe... more

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