Jeweler Apprentice Salary in the United States

How much does a Jeweler Apprentice make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Jeweler Apprentice in the United States is $39,347 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,829
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,728 to $42,217
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,433
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Jeweler Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
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75th Percentile $42,217 $3,518 $812 $20
Average $39,347 $3,279 $757 $19
25th Percentile $35,728 $2,977 $687 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Jeweler Apprentice Salaries

A Jeweler Apprentice'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 Jeweler Apprentice Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Jeweler Apprentice'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): $37,013
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $37,180
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,627
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $38,577
  • Expert (over 8 years): $39,980
Levels Salary
Entry Level Jeweler Apprentice$37,013
Intermediate Level Jeweler Apprentice$37,180
Senior Level Jeweler Apprentice$37,627
Specialist Level Jeweler Apprentice$38,577
Expert Level Jeweler Apprentice$39,980
$37,013 0 yr
$37,180 < 2 yrs
$37,627 2-4 yrs
$38,577 5-8 yrs
$39,980 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Jeweler Apprentice 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 Jeweler Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $43,565.
  • California: $43,400.
  • Massachusetts: $42,821.

Top Paying Cities for Jeweler Apprentices

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: $49,628
  • San Francisco: $49,140
  • Oakland: $48,051

What Skills Can Increase a Jeweler Apprentice's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 25.44% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Customer Sales (Mentioned in 1.68% Job Postings): Customer Sales means sales of Goods by Licensee directly or through its authorized wholesalers, representatives or distributors to retail establishments for eventual resale to the consumer.
  • Store Operations (Mentioned in 1.29% Job Postings): Retail operations are the activities that allow online and physical stores to function. The aim of retail operations is to enhance the customer shopping experience and lower the retailer's costs.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 25.44%
Customer Sales 1.68%
Store Operations 1.29%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 a Jeweler Apprentice's salary.
  • Prospecting: Can increase your salary by up to 48%.
  • Outside Sales: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Sales Training: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Prospecting
$58,234
48%
Outside Sales
$49,577
26%
Sales Training
$47,216
20%
Sales Presentation
$45,643
16%
Time Management
$42,101
7%
Problem Solving
$42,101
7%
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How Education impacts a Jeweler Apprentice's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Jeweler Apprentices enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Jeweler Apprentice with a No Diploma is between $29,454 and $31,363).

Jeweler Apprentice Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Jeweler Apprentice
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.7%
High School 44.1%
Associates 15.8%
Bachelors 34.0%
Masters 3.2%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Jeweler Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Jeweler Apprentice'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

Salary Trends for Jeweler Apprentice

Salaries for a Jeweler Apprentice can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $40,355 in 2023 to around $39,851 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Jeweler Apprentice salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Jeweler Apprentice Over Time

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$40,090
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