Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.
Median pay: $51,320/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -8.3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 1,700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Cut new or duplicate keys, using impressions or code key machines.
• Insert new or repaired tumblers into locks to change combinations.
• Move picklocks in cylinders to open door locks without keys.
• Cut new or duplicate keys, using key cutting machines.
• Open safe locks by drilling.
• Set up and maintain master key systems.
• Install door hardware, such as locks and closers.
• Keep records of company locks and keys.
What's the median pay for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers?
The median pay for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers is $51,320 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers?
Employment for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers is projected to change -8.3% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers?
About 1,700 openings per year, on average, over the decade.