As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Gunsmith in the US is $49,309, equivalent to $24 per hour, $948 weekly, or $4,109 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Gunsmith in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Gunsmith in the US vary widely, spanning from $39,478 to $61,986. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,163) and 75th percentile ($55,944), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,986 per year. This $11,781 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Gunsmith often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 2 companies and industry startups. 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
Gunsmith Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $39,478 US February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $44,163 US February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $49,309 US February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $55,944 US February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $61,986 US February 01, 2026
25% $44,163 10% $39,478 90% $61,986 75% $55,944 $49,309 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Gunsmith ?

A gunsmith is a person who repairs, modifies, designs, or builds guns. This occupation differs from an armorer who usually only replaces worn parts in standard firearms. A gunsmith actually does modifications and changes to a firearm that may require a very high level of craftsmanship requiring the skills of a top level machinist, a very skilled wood worker, and even an engineer. Their level of craftsmanship usually requires several years of training and practical experience under a higher level gunsmith, attendance at a gunsmithing school, or both. A gunsmith also does factory level repairs ...

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