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Automotive Diagnostic Technician

Average Automotive Diagnostic Technician Hourly Pay

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$18.57
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.06
MEDIAN
$18.57
90%
$29.43

The average hourly pay for an Automotive Diagnostic Technician is $18.57 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$12 - $29
Bonus
$201 - $15k
Profit Sharing
$405 - $10k
Commission
$610 - $41k
Total Pay
$26k - $72k
Based on 8,780 salary profiles (last updated Oct 05 2022)
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3.7 out of 5
(2,078)
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Common Health Benefits for a Automotive Diagnostic Technician

Medical
52%
Dental
41%
Vision
35%
None
47%

Gender Breakdown for Automotive Diagnostic Technicians

Male
96.0%
Female
3.6%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 4,513 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Automotive Diagnostic Technicians

What is the highest pay for Automotive Diagnostic Technicians?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Automotive Diagnostic Technician is $29.43 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Automotive Diagnostic Technicians?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Automotive Diagnostic Technician is $12.06 / hour

How can Automotive Diagnostic Technicians increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Automotive Diagnostic Technician is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Automotive Diagnostic Technician that oversees more junior Automotive Diagnostic Technicians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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