As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Goldsmith in California is $55,159, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,061 weekly, or $4,597 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Goldsmith in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Goldsmith in California vary widely, spanning from $36,086 to $79,958. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,175) and 75th percentile ($68,140), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,958 per year. This $22,965 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, California Goldsmith often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 13 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 nationwide for Goldsmith job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Goldsmith Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Goldsmith Salary $36,086 CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Goldsmith Salary $45,175 CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Goldsmith Salary $55,159 CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Goldsmith Salary $68,140 CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Goldsmith Salary $79,958 CA June 01, 2026
25% $45,175 10% $36,086 90% $79,958 75% $68,140 $55,159 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Goldsmith ?

A goldsmith is a metalworker who specializes in working with gold and other precious metals. Historically, goldsmiths also have made silverware, platters, goblets, decorative and serviceable utensils, ceremonial or religious items, and rarely using Kintsugi, but the rising prices of precious metals have curtailed the making of such items to a large degree. Goldsmiths must be skilled in forming metal through filing, soldering, sawing, forging, casting, and polishing metal. The trade has very often included jewellery-making skills, as well as the very similar skills of the silversmith. Traditio...

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $50,471 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $53,656 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $53,797 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $52,099 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $50,902 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $53,661 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $51,673 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $50,599 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $61,114 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $59,430 Date Updated June 01, 2026
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