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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collision Repair in Texas is $36,505 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.
However, a Collision Repair's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Collision Repair Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $40,599 | $3,383 | $781 | $20 |
| Average | $36,505 | $3,042 | $702 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $32,694 | $2,724 | $629 | $16 |
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A Collision Repair's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Collision Repair's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Diet Tech... Level Collision Repair | $33,396 |
| Collision... Level Collision Repair | $37,299 |
| Dietitian... Level Collision Repair | $54,527 |
| Dietitian... Level Collision Repair | $81,497 |
| Dietitian... Level Collision Repair | $99,664 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Collision Repairs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Collision Repair roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Collision Repair positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Collision Repair as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $41,981 | $20.0 | 15% |
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $38,330 | $18.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Collision Repair's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $40,599 | $3,383 | $781 | $20 |
| Average | $36,505 | $3,042 | $702 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $32,694 | $2,724 | $629 | $16 |
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