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Auto Mechanic salary
Automotive service technicians inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.
Median annual
$50,000
Median hourly
$24
Top 10% earn
$78,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$34,000
Median$50,000
Top 10%$78,000
Auto Mechanic salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $37,800 | $18 | -24% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $44,700 | $21 | -11% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $54,000 | $26 | +8% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $68,600 | $33 | +37% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified auto mechanics, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Postsecondary automotive program and ASE certification.
Job outlook
3% growth through 2033 — EV skills increase pay.
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