Auto & Transport, California
Auto Mechanic cost in San Jose, CA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in San Jose is about $193 per hour, about 38% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in San Jose
$193
per hour
Fair price range: $124 to $304
- On the low end
- $124
- On the high end
- $304
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in San Jose. Not a quote.
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How prices have moved
Up 2.6%past year
Up 58.5%over five years
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 |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $193 | $124 to $304 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Sunnyvale, CA | $190 | $122 to $299 |
| San Francisco, CA | $203 | $131 to $319 |
| Santa Barbara, CA | $179 | $115 to $281 |
| New York, NY | $178 | $114 to $279 |
| Cambridge, MA | $181 | $117 to $285 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in San Jose: what does it cost?
In San Jose, CA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $193 per hour, with most prices between $124 and $304.
Why is San Jose higher than the national price?
Prices in San Jose run about 38% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
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.