Thinking about becoming a locksmith then check out some of these stats
According to http://www.bls.gov/
|
Occupation Code |
Occupation Title (click on the occupation title to view an occupational profile) |
Employment (1) |
Median Hourly |
Mean Hourly |
Mean Annual (2) |
Mean RSE (3) |
|
49-9094 |
Locksmiths and Safe Repairers |
18,500 |
$16.57 |
$17.26 |
$35,900 |
1.3 % |
these are the states with the most licensed locksmiths
|
State |
Employment |
Hourly mean wage |
Annual mean wage |
Percent of State employment |
|
1,810 |
$14.11 |
$29,350 |
0.023% |
|
|
400 |
$14.95 |
$31,090 |
0.021% |
|
|
390 |
$11.19 |
$23,270 |
0.020% |
|
|
440 |
$17.60 |
$36,610 |
0.019% |
|
|
660 |
$20.34 |
$42,310 |
0.018% |
Top paying States for this occupation:
|
State |
Employment |
Hourly mean wage |
Annual mean wage |
Percent of State employment |
|
210 |
$24.40 |
$50,760 |
0.012% |
|
|
90 |
$23.90 |
$49,710 |
0.014% |
|
|
340 |
$22.04 |
$45,850 |
0.013% |
|
|
30 |
$21.34 |
$44,380 |
0.005% |
|
|
450 |
$21.06 |
$43,800 |
0.011% |
Nature of Work: Locksmiths repair and open locks, make keys, and change locks and safe combinations.
They may install and repair safes, disassemble mechanical or electrical locking devices, or repair or replace
worn tumblers, springs, or other parts. They insert new or repaired tumblers into locks to change combinations.
Locksmiths may also repair or adjust safes, vault doors, and vault components. They frequently use
hand tools, lathes, drill presses, and welding and acetylene cutting tools.
Working Conditions: Locksmiths usually work indoors but may work in a variety of conditions. Some work in
shops where consumers bring keys, locks, or other items for repair or replacement. However, others work out
of mobile units such as trucks or vans. Many locksmiths work in cramped conditions or in awkward positions
as they repair or replace equipment. Many locksmiths work at night or on weekends because they respond to
consumer needs.
