Locksmith News & Analysis

Locksmith Girl of NYC Reports 60 Jobs Per Week Since TikTok Video

Sahar Yona, a 27-year-old locksmith based in New York City, has seen her business grow significantly after a TikTok video reached over 600,000 views. Since posting the video, she is now landing up to 60 jobs per week. Yona spent $7,000 on tools to establish her business, Locksmith Girl of NYC, which she launched in July 2025. The average annual salary for a locksmith in New York is $76,745, and Yona has stated that she now earns more than she did as a subcontractor, highlighting the potential profitability of the locksmith trade for women. This growth can signal interesting opportunities in the small business sector, especially for female entrepreneurs.