Average salary, compensation, and wages for Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers in the United StatesMedian annual earnings for jewelers and precious stone and metal workers were $26,260 in 2002. The middle 50 percent earned between $19,550 and $35,310. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $15,030, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $45,620. In 2002, median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of jewelers and precious stone and metal workers were $30,000 in jewelry, luggage, and leather goods stores and $22,650 in other miscellaneous manufacturing. Most jewelers start out with a base salary, but once they become more proficient, they may begin charging by the number of pieces completed. Jewelers who work in retail stores may earn a commission for each piece of jewelry sold, in addition to their base salary. Many jewelers also enjoy a variety of benefits, including reimbursement from their employers for work-related courses and discounts on jewelry purchases. More information on Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers occupation Number of Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers Working conditions for Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers Significant points for Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers Training requirements for Jewelers and precious stone and metal workers Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |