As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automotive Technician in Glendale, CA is $71,102, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,367 weekly, or $5,925 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Automotive Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Automotive Technician in Glendale, CA vary widely, spanning from $58,301 to $82,014. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,401) and 75th percentile ($76,813), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,014 per year. This $12,412 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Retail Operations, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Glendale Automotive Technician often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Glendale currently ranks 71 statewide for Automotive Technician 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
Automotive Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automotive Technician Salary $58,301 Glendale, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automotive Technician Salary $64,401 Glendale, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automotive Technician Salary $71,102 Glendale, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automotive Technician Salary $76,813 Glendale, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automotive Technician Salary $82,014 Glendale, CA May 01, 2026
25% $64,401 10% $58,301 90% $82,014 75% $76,813 $71,102 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Automotive Technician ?

An auto mechanic (automotive technician in most of North America, car mechanic in British English, and motor mechanic in Australian English) is a mechanic with a variety of automobile makes or either in a specific area or in a specific make of automobile. In repairing cars, their main role is to diagnose the problem accurately and quickly. They often have to quote prices for their customers before commencing work or after partial disassembly for inspection. Their job may involve the repair of a specific part or the replacement of one or more parts as assemblies. Basic vehicle maintenance is a...

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About Glendale, California    Glendale /ˈɡlɛndeɪl/ is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States. Its estimated 2014 population was 200,167, making it the third-larges....More

Glendale, California  area prices were up 3.2% from a year ago

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