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Automotive technician salary in United States

How much does an Automotive Technician make in the United States?

Average base salary

$25.25
Average $25.25
Low $15.36
High $41.50
Overtime
$5,000per year
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a automotive technician is $25.25 per hour in the United States and $5,000 overtime per year.48.1k salaries reported, updated at November 29, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in the United States

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Less than 1 year
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6 to 9 years
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Top companies for Automotive Technicians in United States

  1. AutoNation
    3.3
    4,032 reviews230 salaries reported
    $42.66per hour
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Highest paying cities for Automotive Technicians near United States

  1. Austin, TX
    $30.07 per hour
    334 salaries reported
  2. Tucson, AZ
    $26.33 per hour
    221 salaries reported
  3. Dallas, TX
    $26.11 per hour
    183 salaries reported
  1. Orlando, FL
    $24.45 per hour
    181 salaries reported
  2. Houston, TX
    $24.27 per hour
    366 salaries reported
  3. Philadelphia, PA
    $23.62 per hour
    184 salaries reported
  1. San Antonio, TX
    $23.58 per hour
    327 salaries reported
  2. Louisville, KY
    $22.94 per hour
    139 salaries reported
  3. Charlotte, NC
    $22.90 per hour
    258 salaries reported
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Where can an Automotive Technician earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Automotive Technicians

Top certifications
Ford Certification
+40.38%salary
Top fields of study
Automotive Technology Degree
+21.50%salary
Top skills
GM Vehicles
+25.86%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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248 jobs442
146 jobs234
24 jobs31
123 jobs171
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Most common benefits for Automotive Technicians

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Housing stipend
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tools provided
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 6,334 ratings

41% of Automotive Technicians in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?

Technician

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Average $21.94 per hour

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Common questions about salaries for an Automotive Technician

How much do similar professions to automotive technician get paid?

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