Automotive technician salary in United States

The average salary for an Automotive Technician is $28.54 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 54.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 17, 2026.

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Automotive Technician salaries typically range between a low of $16.93 and a high of $48.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Automotive Technician include Denver, CO at $32.98 per hour, Seattle, WA at $32.52 per hour, and Phoenix, AZ at $31.16 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Automotive Technician include Selman Chevrolet ($230,000 per year) and Amazon Web Services ($210,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Automotive Technician salary compares to related positions:

• Apprentice Automotive Technician: Average $20.43 per hour
• Entry Level Automotive Technician: Average $24.39 per hour
• Senior Automotive Technician: Average $35.66 per hour