What are the main factors that influence a GM Certified Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A GM Certified Technician's salary?

A GM Certified Technician's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $49,996, an Automotive Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $56,439, an GM Certified Technician (3-5 years)earns $63,045, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $68,995,

What are the highest paying states for a GM Certified Technician?

GM Certified Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for GM Certified Technician roles are District of Columbia $69,341, California $69,078, Massachusetts $68,158. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of GM Certified Technician roles make?

Salaries for GM Certified Technician level roles vary by specialization: Certified Technician: $62,625; GM Technician: $60,476; Certified Maintenance Technician: $57,271; Certified Radiology Technician: $56,341; Surgical Technician Certified: $56,053.

GM Certified Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a GM Certified Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a GM Certified Technician in Delaware is $63,423 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a GM Certified Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,243
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,636 to $68,563
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,367

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GM Certified Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,563	$5,714	$1,319	$33
Average	$63,423	$5,285	$1,220	$30
25th Percentile	$57,636	$4,803	$1,108	$28

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Key Factors That Influence GM Certified Technician Salaries

A GM Certified Technician'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.

How Do GM Certified Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 GM Certified Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,341.
California: $69,078.
Massachusetts: $68,158.

District of Columbia $69,341 California $69,078 Massachusetts $68,158 Washington $67,907 New Jersey $67,882 Alaska $67,794 Connecticut $66,930 New York $66,580

Hawaii $65,458 Rhode Island $64,932 Maryland $64,575 Minnesota $64,087 Colorado $63,899 Illinois $63,836 Oregon $63,598 Delaware $63,423

New Hampshire $63,313 Virginia $63,066 Pennsylvania $62,346 Nevada $61,983 North Dakota $61,864 Michigan $61,676 Wisconsin $61,607 Vermont $61,469

Texas $61,087 Maine $61,062 Arizona $61,024 Ohio $60,981 Georgia $60,404 Indiana $60,116 Wyoming $60,060 Utah $59,972

Iowa $59,935 Kansas $59,634 Louisiana $59,546 North Carolina $59,515 Missouri $59,503 Florida $59,258 Montana $59,127 Nebraska $59,002

Kentucky $58,933 South Carolina $58,682 Tennessee $58,526 Idaho $58,463 New Mexico $58,006 Oklahoma $57,906 Alabama $57,536 South Dakota $56,916

Arkansas $56,578 West Virginia $56,396 Mississippi $55,851

Top Paying Cities for GM Certified Technicians

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:

Lincoln: $63,137
Little Creek: $63,600
Magnolia: $63,508

Lincoln, DE $63,137 Little Creek, DE $63,600 Magnolia, DE $63,508 Milford, DE $63,298 Marydel, DE $63,402 Millsboro, DE $62,873 Millville, DE $62,970 Milton, DE $63,079

Nassau, DE $63,124 Ocean View, DE $62,959 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,080 Seaford, DE $63,116 Selbyville, DE $62,854 Smyrna, DE $63,644 Viola, DE $63,350 Woodside, DE $63,521

Bear, DE $63,374 Newark, DE $63,350 Claymont, DE $63,480 Delaware City, DE $63,414 Hockessin, DE $63,345 Kirkwood, DE $63,402 Middletown, DE $63,426 Montchanin, DE $63,359

New Castle, DE $63,369 Odessa, DE $63,458 Port Penn, DE $63,500 Rockland, DE $63,365 Saint Georges, DE $63,406 Townsend, DE $63,504 Winterthur, DE $63,373 Lewes, DE $63,103

Wilmington, DE $63,348 Dover, DE $63,600 Dover Afb, DE $63,265 Bethany Beach, DE $62,893 Bethel, DE $62,958 Bridgeville, DE $63,106 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,421 Cheswold, DE $63,579

Clayton, DE $63,581 Dagsboro, DE $62,849 Delmar, DE $62,748 Ellendale, DE $62,938 Felton, DE $63,293 Fenwick Island, DE $62,863 Frankford, DE $62,753 Frederica, DE $63,355

Georgetown, DE $62,825 Greenwood, DE $63,116 Harbeson, DE $62,892 Harrington, DE $63,213 Hartly, DE $63,409 Houston, DE $63,122 Kenton, DE $63,584 Laurel, DE $62,787

Yorklyn, DE $63,364

GM Certified Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a GM Certified Technician'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$57,636

Average $63,423/year

$68,563

$4,803

Average $5,285/month

$5,714

$1,108

Average $1,220/week

$1,319

$28

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,563	$5,714	$1,319	$33
Average	$63,423	$5,285	$1,220	$30
25th Percentile	$57,636	$4,803	$1,108	$28

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