How much does an automotive service technician and mechanic make in Virginia?
$59,330a year
Median yearly pay for automotive service technician and mechanics in Virginia. That is $28.52 an hour or $4,944 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.52
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,880
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,540Median: $59,330Highest 10%: $92,570
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,540 | $17.57 | |
| 25th | $45,080 | $21.67 | |
| Median | $59,330 | $28.52 | |
| 75th | $76,540 | $36.80 | |
| 90th | $92,570 | $44.50 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $61,860 |
| Richmond, VA | $61,510 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $59,130 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $58,290 |
| Winchester, VA | $57,570 |
| Roanoke, VA | $51,230 |
| Staunton, VA | $49,470 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $48,930 |
| Kingsport, TN | $48,670 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $48,500 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $46,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for automotive service technician and mechanics.
| 4. Alaska | $60,840 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $60,760 |
| 6. Connecticut | $60,220 |
| 7. Virginia | $59,330 |
| 8. New Hampshire | $59,020 |
| 9. Montana | $58,740 |
| 10. Oregon | $58,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an automotive service technician and mechanic make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $28.52 ($59,330 a year).
Do automotive service technician and mechanics make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $59,330 against $50,620 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Virginia rank for automotive service technician and mechanic pay?
Virginia ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays automotive service technician and mechanics the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $61,860 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.