How much does a Gunsmith make in Los Angeles, CA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Gunsmith in Los Angeles, CA is $54,916. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $49,779 to $61,499, with most professionals earning between $45,102 and $67,493.

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Gunsmith Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $45,102 Los Angeles,CA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $49,779 Los Angeles,CA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $54,916 Los Angeles,CA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $61,499 Los Angeles,CA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Gunsmith Salary $67,493 Los Angeles,CA March 01, 2025
25% $49,779 10% $45,102 90% $67,493 75% $61,499 $54,916 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 Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Gunsmith ranges from $49,779 to $61,499 with the average base salary of $54,916. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,779 to $61,499 with the average total cash compensation of $54,916.

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