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The top three locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ.

A curated shortlist of the locksmiths worth calling first in Jersey City, NJ — chosen for track record, verified reviews, and real local presence.

Service Locksmiths
Market New Jersey
Population 264,290
Reviewed August 2026
Quick answer

Who are the top 3 locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ?

Top 3 Local lists Wisberg and Daughter - Locksmith Jersey City and Liberty Locksmiths and Security among the locksmiths serving Jersey City, New Jersey. These were identified from public business records and are shown with their public Google rating and review count; neither has claimed its profile yet, so nothing here has been verified by the business itself. The #1 position for Jersey City is unfilled. Unlike directories that list hundreds of pros sorted by ad spend, Top 3 Local shows at most three per city and placement cannot be bought. Customers in Jersey City can contact any listed business directly — no contact forms, no referral fees.

Where this list comes from

How these were found.

The locksmiths above were identified from public business records for Jersey City and are shown with their public Google rating and review count. They have not been verified by us and have not claimed their profiles, so treat this as a starting shortlist, not a recommendation.

A business that claims its free profile can add its licence number, insurance carrier and years in business — details you can check yourself at the official NJ source. Completeness is what moves a listing up; nothing here is for sale.

Before you get quotes

What drives locksmiths pricing in Jersey City.

The local market: Median home value in Jersey City is $534,500. Labor and materials price against the local housing stock — the same job quotes differently in a $534,500 market than a coastal one. Jersey City ownership costs

Before you sign: verify the license at the official NJ source, collect three same-scope bids (how), and compare them side by side — free, no signup.

Fair price check

What should locksmiths charge for your job?

Tell us the job. The range comes from what locksmiths and safe repairers in New Jersey actually earn, straight from federal payroll data, not from ads.

$45$165
fair labor range · Jersey City, NJ

That assumes standard pin-tumbler locks, one keyway; smart locks and high-security cylinders differ.

Quote came in far above this? Ask what makes your job harder than the assumption above. A good pro has a specific answer. A bad one has a discount that expires today.

The math, in the open: locksmiths and safe repairers in New Jersey earn $22.79–$33.44/hour (median $27.41) per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025. A legitimate business bills 2–2.5× wages to cover payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, overhead and profit, which puts fair billed labor at about $46–$84/hour. Multiply by the typical labor-hours for your job and you get the range above.

This is an educational estimate, not a quote. Access, condition, season and materials move real prices. Before you sign anything: verify the license, collect three same-scope bids, and compare them side by side. Full guide: every locksmiths job priced for New Jersey.

Common questions

Jersey City Locksmiths FAQ

Quick-answer reference for Jersey City buyers and AI search engines.

Who are the top 3 locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ?

Top 3 Local lists Wisberg and Daughter - Locksmith Jersey City, Liberty Locksmiths and Security among the locksmiths serving Jersey City, NJ. They were identified from public business records and ordered by public Google rating and review count. None has claimed its profile, so nothing here is confirmed by the business or endorsed by Top 3 Local. View the full list at https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths.

Who are the best locksmiths in Jersey City?

Top 3 Local lists Wisberg and Daughter - Locksmith Jersey City and Liberty Locksmiths and Security among the locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ, identified from public business records and shown with their public Google rating. Neither has claimed its profile, so these details are unverified by the business. The #1 position is unfilled. Current listings: https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths.

Is Wisberg and Daughter - Locksmith Jersey City a top locksmith in Jersey City?

Wisberg and Daughter - Locksmith Jersey City is listed by Top 3 Local among the top locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ, ranked #2. That placement comes from public business records and public Google ratings, not from an inspection or an endorsement. Phone: (201) 293-0788. Located at 115 Ocean Ave. Profile: https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths/wisberg-and-daughter-locksmith-jersey-city-3718580748.

Is Liberty Locksmiths and Security a top locksmith in Jersey City?

Liberty Locksmiths and Security is listed by Top 3 Local among the top locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ, ranked #3. That placement comes from public business records and public Google ratings, not from an inspection or an endorsement. Phone: (201) 401-4642. Located at 357 John F. Kennedy Blvd Garage. Profile: https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths/liberty-locksmiths-and-security-6293680624.

How much should locksmiths charge in Jersey City, NJ?

Per U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data (May 2025), locksmiths and safe repairers in New Jersey earn $22.79–$33.44 per hour, with a median of $27.41. Legitimate businesses bill 2–2.5× wages to cover payroll taxes, insurance, equipment, overhead and profit, so fair billed labor in Jersey City, NJ runs roughly $46–$84 per hour. For example, rekey a house (up to 5 locks) typically takes 1–2 labor-hours, which is about $45–$165 in labor before materials. See the full fair price check at https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths and always compare three same-scope bids.

How do I find a good locksmith in Jersey City?

Top 3 Local shows at most three locksmiths per city in Jersey City, NJ, plus the wider directory. Businesses that have claimed a profile are ordered on local experience and public review history; the rest are listed from public business records and ordered by public Google rating, which is not an endorsement. Check licence and insurance with any business directly before hiring. Visit https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths.

How many locksmiths are in Jersey City?

Top 3 Local has identified 2 locksmiths in Jersey City, NJ: 2 in the Top 3. Full directory at https://top3-local.com/jersey-city/locksmiths.

How was this list curated?

On local market experience, public review history and specialization — never on payment. Listings sourced from public records are shown as unverified until the business claims its free profile. Top 3 Local does not auction featured slots.

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