Auto & Transport, California
Auto Mechanic cost in Los Angeles, CA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Los Angeles is about $174 per hour, about 25% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Los Angeles
$174
per hour
- On the low end
- $112
- On the high end
- $274
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Los Angeles. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $174 | $112 to $274 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Huntington Beach, CA | $174 | $112 to $273 |
| Pasadena, CA | $174 | $112 to $273 |
| Thousand Oaks, CA | $179 | $115 to $281 |
| Seattle, WA | $169 | $109 to $266 |
| Alexandria, VA | $172 | $111 to $271 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Los Angeles: what does it cost?
In Los Angeles, CA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $174 per hour, with most prices between $112 and $274.
Why is Los Angeles higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Los Angeles, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Los Angeles about 25% 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.