As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Gunsmith in Jackson, MS is $43,840, equivalent to $21 per hour, $843 weekly, or $3,653 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $35,100 to $55,111. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,265) and 75th percentile ($49,740), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,111 per year. This $10,475 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, Jackson Gunsmith often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 statewide 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 $35,100 Jackson, MS February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $39,265 Jackson, MS February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $43,840 Jackson, MS February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $49,740 Jackson, MS February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $55,111 Jackson, MS February 01, 2026
25% $39,265 10% $35,100 90% $55,111 75% $49,740 $43,840 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Gunsmith in Jackson, MS. The base salary for Gunsmith ranges from $39,265 to $49,740 with the average base salary of $43,840. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,643 to $53,970 with the average total cash compensation of $47,343.

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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