49-3023

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Role Overview

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Excludes “Automotive Body and Related Repairers” (49-3021), “Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists” (49-3031), and “Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles” (49-2096).

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
District of Columbia	$71,030
California	$63,370
Alaska	$61,950
Colorado	$59,340
New Hampshire	$58,460
Washington	$57,790
Maryland	$57,560
Minnesota	$57,470
Massachusetts	$57,470
New Jersey	$57,290
Montana	$57,060
Oregon	$56,720
Virginia	$56,320
Connecticut	$56,220
New York	$51,650

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Median Annual Salary

$49,670

Projected Growth (10yr)

+4.2%

Avg. annual openings

70.0k

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