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How much does a Mechanic make in the United States?
Average base salary
Data source tooltip for average base salary.25.9k salaries reported, updated at May 3, 2021
$18.52
per hour
The average salary for a mechanic is $18.52 per hour in the United States and $6,750 overtime per year.
Additional compensation
Overtime
$6,750
per year
Most common benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development assistance
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Employee discount
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Highest paying cities in United States for Mechanics
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Most common benefits for Mechanics
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development assistance
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Employee discount
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
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Salary satisfaction
52% of Mechanics in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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