As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Gunsmith in District of Columbia is $54,621, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,050 weekly, or $4,552 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Gunsmith in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Gunsmith in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $43,741 to $68,720. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,926) and 75th percentile ($62,001), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,720 per year. This $13,075 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% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 2 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 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 $43,741 DC September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $48,926 DC September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $54,621 DC September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $62,001 DC September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $68,720 DC September 01, 2026
25% $48,926 10% $43,741 90% $68,720 75% $62,001 $54,621 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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