How much does a Mechanic make?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

Experience

Industry

$52,311 / yrTotal Pay
$49,188 / yrBase Pay
$3,123 / yrAdditional Pay

$52,311

 / yr
$39K$71K
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Possible Range

The estimated total pay for a Mechanic is $52,311 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $49,188 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $3,123 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Total Pay Trajectory

For Mechanic

$52,311 /yr
Mechanic
$68,081 /yr
Senior Mechanic
$62,258 /yr
Mechanic IV
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Related Job Titles

For Mechanic

Some related job titles are Aircraft Mechanic Salaries with median pay of $55,293, Automotive Mechanic Salaries with median pay of $63,742, Auto Mechanic Salaries with median pay of $46,054, Diesel Mechanic Salaries with median pay of $57,381.

Top Paying Companies

For a Mechanic in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Mechanic in United States. Employers include SLB, Find A Wrench and DCP Midstream LP.

1
SLB
$74,802/yr
2
Find A Wrench
$70,024/yr
Total Pay Trajectory

For Mechanic

$52,311 /yr
Mechanic
$68,081 /yr
Senior Mechanic
$62,258 /yr
Mechanic IV

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Top Paying Industries

For a Mechanic in United States

The top 5 paying industries for a Mechanic in United States are Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $65,537, Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $58,154, Financial Services with a median total pay of $56,538, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $56,282, and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $55,888.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Pharmaceutical & BiotechnologyPharmaceutical & Biotechnology$65,537

    18% Higher than other industries

  • Energy, Mining & UtilitiesEnergy, Mining & Utilities$58,154

    8% Higher than other industries

  • Financial ServicesFinancial Services$56,538

    6% Higher than other industries

  • Aerospace & DefenseAerospace & Defense$56,282

    5% Higher than other industries

  • Management & ConsultingManagement & Consulting$55,888

    4% Higher than other industries

Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology

The top paying company in Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology for Mechanic is Genentech.

GenentechGenentech$65,537/yr

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What is the pay outlook for Skilled Labor & Manufacturing?

Skilled labor jobs like manufacturing, construction and warehousing are in high demand. Warehousing and logistics jobs are projected to grow rapidly with the growth of e-commerce and often pay higher salaries than other jobs that don't require a college degree. While a college degree is not generally required, training in new skills or earning certifications and licenses can be a way to earn a higher salary. While job opportunities are projected to grow, automation remains a risk to the long-term job outlook.

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Location

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Base Pay | Additional Pay

Total Years of Experience

Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

Electro-Mechanic

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$31

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Marine Mechanic

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$517

/hr

$17 | $500

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Generator Mechanic

United States of America

 | 7-9 years

$50,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

7-9 years
Yesterday
Mechanic

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$36

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Mechanic

United States of America

 | <1 year

$14

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

<1 year
Yesterday
Semi Trailer Mechanic

United States of America

 | <1 year

$1,022

/hr

$22 | $1K

Submitted Yesterday

<1 year
Yesterday
Mechanic

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$25

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
A&P Mechanic

United States of America

 | 15+ years

$31

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

15+ years
Yesterday
Sample Prep Technician

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$518

/hr

$18 | $500

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday

Mechanic pay FAQ

The national average salary for a Mechanic is $49,188 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Mechanic salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 10818 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Mechanic employees.

The highest salary for a Mechanic in United States is $65,612 per year.

The lowest salary for a Mechanic in United States is $36,875 per year.

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