As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Gunsmith in Connecticut is $52,696, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,013 weekly, or $4,391 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 Connecticut vary widely, spanning from $42,190 to $66,244. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,197) and 75th percentile ($59,788), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,244 per year. This $12,591 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, Connecticut Gunsmith often earn 6.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 2 companies. However, Connecticut currently ranks 7 nationwide for Gunsmith 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
Gunsmith Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $42,190 CT February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $47,197 CT February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $52,696 CT February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $59,788 CT February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $66,244 CT February 01, 2026
25% $47,197 10% $42,190 90% $66,244 75% $59,788 $52,696 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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Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $55,851 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $55,835 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $56,357 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $55,193 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $55,819 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $55,999 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $56,357 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $55,229 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $56,104 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $55,129 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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