What are the main factors that influence a Certified 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 Certified Auto Technician?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Certified Auto Technician roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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

A Certified Auto Technician's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $50,052, an Certified Auto Technician (1-3 years)earns $56,504, an Automotive Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $63,127, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $69,077,

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

Certified Auto Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Auto Technician roles are District of Columbia $61,184, California $60,952, Massachusetts $60,139. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Certified Auto Technician level roles vary by specialization: Auto Collision Technician: $62,852; Auto Repair Technician: $62,766; Certified Technician: $62,637; Master Auto Technician: $61,561; Auto Technician: $59,926.

Certified Auto Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Auto Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Auto Technician in Delaware is $55,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,032
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,159 to $60,186
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,056

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Certified Auto Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,186	$5,016	$1,157	$29
Average	$55,962	$4,663	$1,076	$27
25th Percentile	$48,159	$4,013	$926	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Auto Technician Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $61,184.
California: $60,952.
Massachusetts: $60,139.

District of Columbia $61,184 California $60,952 Massachusetts $60,139 Washington $59,918 New Jersey $59,896 Alaska $59,819 Connecticut $59,056 New York $58,747

Hawaii $57,758 Rhode Island $57,294 Maryland $56,979 Minnesota $56,548 Colorado $56,382 Illinois $56,327 Oregon $56,117 Delaware $55,962

New Hampshire $55,865 Virginia $55,647 Pennsylvania $55,011 Nevada $54,691 North Dakota $54,586 Michigan $54,420 Wisconsin $54,359 Vermont $54,238

Texas $53,901 Maine $53,879 Arizona $53,845 Ohio $53,807 Georgia $53,298 Indiana $53,044 Wyoming $52,994 Utah $52,917

Iowa $52,884 Kansas $52,619 Louisiana $52,541 North Carolina $52,514 Missouri $52,503 Florida $52,287 Montana $52,171 Nebraska $52,060

Kentucky $52,000 South Carolina $51,779 Tennessee $51,640 Idaho $51,585 New Mexico $51,182 Oklahoma $51,093 Alabama $50,767 South Dakota $50,220

Arkansas $49,922 West Virginia $49,762 Mississippi $49,281

Top Paying Cities for Certified 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: $55,710
Little Creek: $56,118
Magnolia: $56,037

Lincoln, DE $55,710 Little Creek, DE $56,118 Magnolia, DE $56,037 Milford, DE $55,851 Marydel, DE $55,943 Millsboro, DE $55,476 Millville, DE $55,562 Milton, DE $55,658

Nassau, DE $55,698 Ocean View, DE $55,552 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,659 Seaford, DE $55,690 Selbyville, DE $55,460 Smyrna, DE $56,156 Viola, DE $55,898 Woodside, DE $56,048

Bear, DE $55,919 Newark, DE $55,898 Claymont, DE $56,012 Delaware City, DE $55,954 Hockessin, DE $55,893 Kirkwood, DE $55,943 Middletown, DE $55,965 Montchanin, DE $55,905

New Castle, DE $55,914 Odessa, DE $55,992 Port Penn, DE $56,030 Rockland, DE $55,911 Saint Georges, DE $55,947 Townsend, DE $56,033 Winterthur, DE $55,918 Lewes, DE $55,679

Wilmington, DE $55,895 Dover, DE $56,118 Dover Afb, DE $55,822 Bethany Beach, DE $55,494 Bethel, DE $55,551 Bridgeville, DE $55,682 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,960 Cheswold, DE $56,099

Clayton, DE $56,101 Dagsboro, DE $55,455 Delmar, DE $55,366 Ellendale, DE $55,534 Felton, DE $55,847 Fenwick Island, DE $55,467 Frankford, DE $55,371 Frederica, DE $55,902

Georgetown, DE $55,434 Greenwood, DE $55,691 Harbeson, DE $55,493 Harrington, DE $55,776 Hartly, DE $55,950 Houston, DE $55,697 Kenton, DE $56,104 Laurel, DE $55,401

Yorklyn, DE $55,909

Certified Auto Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Auto Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Certified Auto Technician positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Certified Auto Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Certified Auto Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$61,558	$30.0	10%
Business Services	$61,558	$30.0	10%
Construction	$61,558	$30.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$61,558	$30.0	10%
Healthcare	$61,558	$30.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Certified 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 July 01, 2026

$48,159

Average $55,962/year

$60,186

$4,013

Average $4,663/month

$5,016

$926

Average $1,076/week

$1,157

$23

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,186	$5,016	$1,157	$29
Average	$55,962	$4,663	$1,076	$27
25th Percentile	$48,159	$4,013	$926	$23

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