Locksmiths and Safe Repairers
Repair and open locks, make keys, change locks and safe combinations, and install and repair safes.
SOC: 49-9094.00
Common Job Titles
- Certified Master Locksmith (CML)
- Lock Technician
- Locksmith
- Safe Technician
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Locksmiths and Safe Repairers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
15,550
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $34,750. 25th percentile: U.S. $40,650. 50th percentile: U.S. $50,490. 75th percentile: U.S. $64,330. 90th percentile: U.S. $79,340. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $34,750 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $79,340 |
| Workers on average earn | $55,200 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mechanical4.6/5
- Customer and Personal Service4.2/5
- Public Safety and Security4.0/5
- English Language3.9/5
- Sales and Marketing3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
- Inventory tracking software
- Mapping software
- Marathon Data Systems ServiceCEO
- Scheduling software
- WH Software InstaCode
- WH Software MasterKey
- dESCO ESC
Tools & Equipment
- Acetylene torches
- Automatic metal lathes
- Bench drill presses
- Bent needlenose pliers
- Borescopes
- Carpenters squares
- Center punch sets
- Code key machines