Auto & Transport, Washington
Auto Mechanic cost in Tacoma, WA
A typical Auto Mechanic figure in Tacoma is about $158 per hour, about 13% above the national figure of $140.
Typical cost
Typical in Tacoma
$158
per hour
- On the low end
- $101
- On the high end
- $248
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Tacoma. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tacoma, WA | $158 | $101 to $248 |
| National typical | $140 | $90 to $220 |
| Everett, WA | $158 | $101 to $248 |
| Kent, WA | $159 | $102 to $250 |
| Vancouver, WA | $158 | $101 to $248 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $156 | $100 to $245 |
| Frisco, TX | $144 | $93 to $227 |
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Questions people ask
Auto Mechanic in Tacoma: what does it cost?
In Tacoma, WA, Auto Mechanic typically costs about $158 per hour, with most prices between $101 and $248.
Why is Tacoma higher than the national price?
This estimate moves the national figure halfway with what the workers behind Auto Mechanic earn in Tacoma, from federal wage data, and halfway with the local cost of living. Together they put Tacoma about 13% 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.