As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Apprentice Mechanic in Aurora, IL is $52,506, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,010 weekly, or $4,376 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Apprentice Mechanic in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Apprentice Mechanic in Aurora, IL vary widely, spanning from $40,770 to $62,021. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,363) and 75th percentile ($57,486), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,021 per year. This $11,123 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, Aurora Apprentice Mechanic often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 352 statewide for Apprentice Mechanic job salary. 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 $40,770 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $46,363 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $52,506 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $57,486 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Apprentice Mechanic Salary $62,021 Aurora, IL November 01, 2026
25% $46,363 10% $40,770 90% $62,021 75% $57,486 $52,506 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Apprentice Mechanic

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Facilities Mechanic Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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57486
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66139
57806
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About Aurora, Illinois    Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, is a city in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Located primarily in DuPage and Kan....More

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