Auto & Transport, Washington
Auto Mechanic cost in Seattle, WA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Seattle is about $169 per hour, about 21% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Seattle
$169
per hour
- On the low end
- $109
- On the high end
- $266
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Seattle. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $169 | $109 to $266 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Bellevue, WA | $174 | $112 to $274 |
| Kent, WA | $159 | $102 to $250 |
| Everett, WA | $158 | $101 to $248 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $174 | $112 to $274 |
| Alexandria, VA | $172 | $111 to $271 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Seattle: what does it cost?
In Seattle, WA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $169 per hour, with most prices between $109 and $266.
Why is Seattle higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Seattle, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Seattle about 21% 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.