Auto & Transport, Ohio
Auto Mechanic cost in Columbus, OH
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Columbus is about $144 per hour, close to the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Columbus
$144
per hour
- On the low end
- $92
- On the high end
- $225
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Columbus. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | $144 | $92 to $225 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $132 | $85 to $208 |
| Cleveland, OH | $131 | $84 to $206 |
| Akron, OH | $132 | $85 to $207 |
| Allentown, PA | $146 | $94 to $229 |
| Arlington, TX | $134 | $87 to $211 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Columbus: what does it cost?
In Columbus, OH, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $144 per hour, with most prices between $92 and $225.
Why is Columbus higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Columbus, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Columbus close to 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.