verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Auto Mechanic Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$57,270/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$27.54/hr
▲ 13% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
12,930
public U.S. Median
$50,620
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$53,517 #24 of 51

Auto Mechanic pay in Washington, explained

Auto mechanics in Washington earn a median of $57,270 per year ($27.54 per hour), which is 13% above the national median of $50,620. Entry-level workers earn around $39,470, while the most experienced auto mechanics reach about $95,620. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $57,270 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $57,270 is worth about $53,517 in national buying power — ranking Washington #24 for real pay (vs #15 on the sticker number).

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Auto Mechanic pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$39,470
$18.98/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$57,270
$27.54/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$95,620
$45.97/hr

Auto Mechanic pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $57,270 $53,517
Oregon $58,520 $56,617 −$1,250
Idaho $48,420 $50,705 +$8,850

Auto Mechanic in Washington: FAQ

How much do auto mechanics make in Washington?

Auto mechanics in Washington earn a median of $57,270 per year ($27.54 per hour), compared with $50,620 nationally.

Does Washington pay auto mechanics well?

At $57,270, Washington pays 13% above the national median for auto mechanics. An estimated 12,930 work in the state.

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