As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Apprentice Mechanic in Akin, IL is $49,497, equivalent to $24 per hour, $952 weekly, or $4,125 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Apprentice Mechanic in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Apprentice Mechanic in Akin, IL vary widely, spanning from $38,430 to $58,471. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,704) and 75th percentile ($54,194), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,471 per year. This $10,490 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akin Apprentice Mechanic often earn 7.7% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Apprentice Mechanic Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $38,430 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $43,704 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $49,497 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $54,194 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $58,471 Akin, IL January 01, 2026
25% $43,704 10% $38,430 90% $58,471 75% $54,194 $49,497 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Apprentice Mechanic

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Akin, Illinois    Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, United States. Akin is 10 miles (16 km) east of Benton. Akin had a post office, whic....More

Akin, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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