As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Gunsmith in Kentucky is $46,400, equivalent to $22 per hour, $892 weekly, or $3,867 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 Kentucky vary widely, spanning from $37,149 to $58,328. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($41,557) and 75th percentile ($52,644), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,328 per year. This $11,087 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, Kentucky Gunsmith often earn 5.9% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 2 companies. However, Kentucky currently ranks 41 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 $37,149 KY February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $41,557 KY February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $46,400 KY February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $52,644 KY February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $58,328 KY February 01, 2026
25% $41,557 10% $37,149 90% $58,328 75% $52,644 $46,400 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 Aberdeen, KY Avg. Salary $46,995 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adairville, KY Avg. Salary $47,954 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adams, KY Avg. Salary $46,426 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adolphus, KY Avg. Salary $49,645 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ages Brookside, KY Avg. Salary $45,973 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Albany, KY Avg. Salary $47,969 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, KY Avg. Salary $51,152 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Allen, KY Avg. Salary $46,426 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Allensville, KY Avg. Salary $47,332 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Almo, KY Avg. Salary $46,995 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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