Auto & Transport, California
Auto Mechanic cost in Oakland, CA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Oakland is about $195 per hour, about 39% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Oakland
$195
per hour
- On the low end
- $125
- On the high end
- $306
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Oakland. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland, CA | $195 | $125 to $306 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Irvine, CA | $178 | $114 to $279 |
| Thousand Oaks, CA | $179 | $115 to $281 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $174 | $112 to $274 |
| Arlington, VA | $175 | $113 to $275 |
| Stamford, CT | $176 | $113 to $276 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Oakland: what does it cost?
In Oakland, CA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $195 per hour, with most prices between $125 and $306.
Why is Oakland higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Oakland, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Oakland about 39% 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.