Auto & Transport, Massachusetts
Auto Mechanic cost in Boston, MA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Boston is about $180 per hour, about 28% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Boston
$180
per hour
- On the low end
- $116
- On the high end
- $283
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Boston. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Shop type
- Vehicle make
- Diagnostics
- Parts
- Dealer vs independent
Ways to pay less
- Use an independent shop
- Ask for used/OEM parts options
- Get a written estimate
- Do simple maintenance yourself
- Avoid dealership for out-of-warranty work
Auto Mechanic in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $180 | $116 to $283 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Cambridge, MA | $181 | $117 to $285 |
| Worcester, MA | $151 | $97 to $237 |
| Springfield, MA | $145 | $93 to $228 |
| Bellevue, WA | $174 | $112 to $274 |
| Berkeley, CA | $197 | $127 to $310 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Boston: what does it cost?
In Boston, MA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $180 per hour, with most prices between $116 and $283.
Why is Boston higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Boston, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Boston about 28% above the national figure.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.