Apprentice Bench Jeweler Salary in the United States

How much does an Apprentice Bench Jeweler make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Bench Jeweler in the United States is $33,876 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, an Apprentice Bench Jeweler's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,694
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,136 to $35,875
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,641
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Apprentice Bench Jeweler Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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Wage
75th Percentile $35,875 $2,990 $690 $17
Average $33,876 $2,823 $651 $16
25th Percentile $31,136 $2,595 $599 $15
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Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Bench Jeweler Salaries

An Apprentice Bench Jeweler'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Apprentice Bench Jeweler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice Bench Jeweler'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): $33,222
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $33,515
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $33,932
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $34,015
  • Expert (over 8 years): $34,070
Levels Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Bench Jeweler$33,222
Intermediate Level Apprentice Bench Jeweler$33,515
Senior Level Apprentice Bench Jeweler$33,932
Specialist Level Apprentice Bench Jeweler$34,015
Expert Level Apprentice Bench Jeweler$34,070
$33,222 0 yr
$33,515 < 2 yrs
$33,932 2-4 yrs
$34,015 5-8 yrs
$34,070 > 8 yrs
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How Do Apprentice Bench Jeweler 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 Apprentice Bench Jewelers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $37,508.
  • California: $37,365.
  • Massachusetts: $36,867.

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Bench Jewelers

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:

  • San Jose: $42,728
  • San Francisco: $42,308
  • Oakland: $41,369

What Skills Can Increase an Apprentice Bench Jeweler's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 4.25% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 5.85% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
  • Assisted Living (Mentioned in 3.07% Job Postings): Assisted living exemplifies the shift from "care as service" to "care as business" in the broader health care arena predicted more than three decades ago. A consumer-driven industry, assisted living offers a wide range of options, levels of care, and diversity of services (Lockhart, 2009) and is subject to state rather than federal regulatory oversight. "Assisted living" means depends on both the state and provider in question: variations in state regulatory definitions are significant and provider variables include everything from philosophy, geographic location and auspice, to organizational size and structure.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 4.25%
Housekeeping 5.85%
Assisted Living 3.07%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Apprentice Bench Jeweler's salary.
  • Budgeting: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Medication Administration: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Budgeting
 $38,280
13%
Decision Making
 $38,280
13%
Medication Administration
 $37,941
12%
Communicates Effectively
 $37,602
11%
Collaboration
 $36,586
8%
Coordination
 $36,247
7%
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How Education impacts an Apprentice Bench Jeweler's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Apprentice Bench Jewelers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Apprentice Bench Jeweler with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $27,577 and $28,761).

Apprentice Bench Jeweler Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Apprentice Bench Jeweler
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.2%
High School 68.1%
Associates 11.6%
Bachelors 15.2%
Masters 2.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Apprentice Bench Jeweler Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Apprentice Bench Jeweler'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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Average $33,876/year
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Average $651/week
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$17
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $35,875 $2,990 $690 $17
Average $33,876 $2,823 $651 $16
25th Percentile $31,136 $2,595 $599 $15

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Salary Trends for Apprentice Bench Jeweler

Salaries for an Apprentice Bench Jeweler can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $28,765 in 2023 to around $28,151 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Apprentice Bench Jeweler salary trends, .

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