Auto & Transport, Virginia
Auto Mechanic cost in Richmond, VA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Richmond is about $156 per hour, about 12% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Richmond
$156
per hour
- On the low end
- $100
- On the high end
- $245
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Richmond. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $156 | $100 to $245 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $151 | $97 to $237 |
| Chesapeake, VA | $149 | $96 to $234 |
| Norfolk, VA | $147 | $95 to $231 |
| Asheville, NC | $138 | $89 to $217 |
| Aurora, IL | $148 | $95 to $232 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Richmond: what does it cost?
In Richmond, VA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $156 per hour, with most prices between $100 and $245.
Why is Richmond higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Richmond, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Richmond about 12% 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.