What are the main factors that influence an Auto Technician's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Auto Technician?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Auto Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Auto Technician's salary?

An Auto Technician's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $48,460, an Automotive Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $54,708, an Auto Technician (3-5 years)earns $61,131, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $66,883,

What are the highest paying states for an Auto Technician?

Auto Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Auto Technician roles are District of Columbia $66,365, California $66,113, Massachusetts $65,232. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Auto Technician roles make?

Salaries for Auto Technician level roles vary by specialization: Auto Collision Technician: $62,866; Auto Repair Technician: $62,780; Master Auto Technician: $61,566; Auto Glass Repair Technician: $61,003; Auto Body Repair Technician: $60,615.

Auto Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Auto Technician make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Auto Technician in Delaware is $60,701 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,648
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,507 to $65,384
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,869

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Auto Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,384	$5,449	$1,257	$31
Average	$60,701	$5,058	$1,167	$29
25th Percentile	$54,507	$4,542	$1,048	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Auto Technician Salaries

An Auto 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 Auto 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 Auto Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,365.
California: $66,113.
Massachusetts: $65,232.

District of Columbia $66,365 California $66,113 Massachusetts $65,232 Washington $64,992 New Jersey $64,968 Alaska $64,885 Connecticut $64,057 New York $63,722

Hawaii $62,649 Rhode Island $62,145 Maryland $61,804 Minnesota $61,336 Colorado $61,156 Illinois $61,096 Oregon $60,869 Delaware $60,701

New Hampshire $60,595 Virginia $60,359 Pennsylvania $59,670 Nevada $59,322 North Dakota $59,208 Michigan $59,028 Wisconsin $58,962 Vermont $58,831

Texas $58,465 Maine $58,441 Arizona $58,405 Ohio $58,363 Georgia $57,812 Indiana $57,536 Wyoming $57,482 Utah $57,398

Iowa $57,362 Kansas $57,074 Louisiana $56,990 North Carolina $56,961 Missouri $56,949 Florida $56,715 Montana $56,589 Nebraska $56,469

Kentucky $56,403 South Carolina $56,163 Tennessee $56,013 Idaho $55,954 New Mexico $55,516 Oklahoma $55,420 Alabama $55,066 South Dakota $54,473

Arkansas $54,149 West Virginia $53,976 Mississippi $53,454

Top Paying Cities for Auto 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: $60,427
Little Creek: $60,870
Magnolia: $60,782

Lincoln, DE $60,427 Little Creek, DE $60,870 Magnolia, DE $60,782 Milford, DE $60,581 Marydel, DE $60,680 Millsboro, DE $60,174 Millville, DE $60,267 Milton, DE $60,371

Nassau, DE $60,415 Ocean View, DE $60,257 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,372 Seaford, DE $60,406 Selbyville, DE $60,156 Smyrna, DE $60,912 Viola, DE $60,631 Woodside, DE $60,794

Bear, DE $60,654 Newark, DE $60,631 Claymont, DE $60,755 Delaware City, DE $60,692 Hockessin, DE $60,626 Kirkwood, DE $60,680 Middletown, DE $60,704 Montchanin, DE $60,640

New Castle, DE $60,649 Odessa, DE $60,734 Port Penn, DE $60,774 Rockland, DE $60,646 Saint Georges, DE $60,685 Townsend, DE $60,778 Winterthur, DE $60,653 Lewes, DE $60,394

Wilmington, DE $60,629 Dover, DE $60,870 Dover Afb, DE $60,549 Bethany Beach, DE $60,193 Bethel, DE $60,255 Bridgeville, DE $60,397 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,698 Cheswold, DE $60,850

Clayton, DE $60,852 Dagsboro, DE $60,151 Delmar, DE $60,055 Ellendale, DE $60,237 Felton, DE $60,576 Fenwick Island, DE $60,164 Frankford, DE $60,059 Frederica, DE $60,636

Georgetown, DE $60,128 Greenwood, DE $60,407 Harbeson, DE $60,192 Harrington, DE $60,499 Hartly, DE $60,688 Houston, DE $60,413 Kenton, DE $60,855 Laurel, DE $60,092

Yorklyn, DE $60,644

Auto Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Auto Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Auto Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Auto Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Auto Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$72,841	$35.0	20%
Biotechnology	$72,841	$35.0	20%
Financial Services	$72,841	$35.0	20%
Healthcare	$72,841	$35.0	20%

Auto Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Auto 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 September 01, 2026

$54,507

Average $60,701/year

$65,384

$4,542

Average $5,058/month

$5,449

$1,048

Average $1,167/week

$1,257

$26

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,384	$5,449	$1,257	$31
Average	$60,701	$5,058	$1,167	$29
25th Percentile	$54,507	$4,542	$1,048	$26

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