Auto & Transport, Illinois
Auto Mechanic cost in Chicago, IL
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Chicago is about $160 per hour, about 15% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Chicago
$160
per hour
- On the low end
- $103
- On the high end
- $252
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Chicago. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $160 | $103 to $252 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Naperville, IL | $156 | $100 to $245 |
| Aurora, IL | $148 | $95 to $232 |
| Joliet, IL | $144 | $92 to $225 |
| Anaheim, CA | $171 | $110 to $268 |
| Concord, CA | $189 | $122 to $297 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Chicago: what does it cost?
In Chicago, IL, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $160 per hour, with most prices between $103 and $252.
Why is Chicago higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Chicago, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Chicago about 15% 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.