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Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
National median $50,620 , about 704,640 jobs nationwide (May 2025). Top metros below use published metro medians only.
Highest-paying metros
| Metro | Median | Local pay range | Local jobs in field | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $77,840 | $55,550 to $91,630 | 3,040 | 110.4 |
| San Francisco | $76,030 | $54,950 to $91,340 | 7,270 | 115.6 |
| Sacramento | $72,020 | $49,330 to $77,060 | 4,870 | 106.7 |
| San Diego | $64,320 | $46,250 to $76,290 | 4,910 | 111.9 |
| Riverside | $64,210 | $44,110 to $75,330 | 7,680 | 106.4 |
Local salary guide May 2025. Cost of living index (2024), US average = 100. We only list metros with a published median. Missing cells are not imputed.