Research Summary. Using a database of 30 million profiles, Zippia estimates demographics and statistics for auto mechanics in the United States. Our estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. After extensive research and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
- There are over 176,022 auto mechanics currently employed in the United States.
- 3.6% of all auto mechanics are women, while 96.4% are men.
- The average age of an employed auto mechanic is 40 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of auto mechanics is White (60.5%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (19.6%), Black or African American (9.9%) and Asian (5.0%).
- Auto mechanics are most in-demand in Chicago, IL.
- Boston, MA pays an annual average wage of $48,126, the highest in the US.
- In 2021, women earned 95% of what men earned.
- Idaho is the best state for auto mechanics to live.
- Auto mechanics are 74% more likely to work at private companies in comparison to public companies.
Auto Mechanic Statistics By Gender
3.6% of auto mechanics are women and 96.4% of auto mechanics are men.
- Male, 96.4%
- Female, 3.6%
Auto Mechanics By Gender
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 96.4% |
| Female | 3.6% |
Gender Pay Gap For Auto Mechanic
Women Earn 95ยข For Every $1 Earned By Men
Auto Mechanic Gender Over Time
This data shows how men and women predominate in the auto mechanic position over time.
Auto Mechanic Gender By Year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 97.83% | 2.17% |
| 2011 | 96.93% | 3.07% |
| 2012 | 96.88% | 3.12% |
| 2013 | 97.90% | 2.10% |
| 2014 | 96.62% | 3.38% |
| 2015 | 97.15% | 2.85% |
| 2016 | 97.72% | 2.28% |
| 2017 | 95.53% | 4.47% |
| 2018 | 96.86% | 3.14% |
| 2019 | 95.81% | 4.19% |
| 2020 | 96.92% | 3.08% |
| 2021 | 96.40% | 3.60% |
Auto Mechanic Male to Female Ratio
We compared this job title with other job titles to see how gender percentages varied. As you can see, car repairman and farm equipment mechanic have the biggest difference in gender.
| Job Title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Phlebotomy Services Technician | 12% | 88% |
| Human Service Technician | 28% | 72% |
| Auto Mechanic | 96% | 4% |
| Crane Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic | 99% | 1% |
| Car Repairman | 99% | 1% |
Auto Mechanic Statistics By Race
The most common ethnicity among auto mechanics is White, which makes up 60.5% of all auto mechanics. Comparatively, there are 19.6% of the Hispanic or Latino ethnicity and 9.9% of the Black or African American ethnicity.
- White, 60.5%
- Hispanic or Latino, 19.6%
- Black or African American, 9.9%
- Asian, 5.0%
- Unknown, 4.2%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
Auto Mechanic Race
| Auto Mechanic Race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 60.5% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 19.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 5.0% |
| Unknown | 4.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.8% |
Auto Mechanic Race And Ethnicity Over Time
Using the Census Bureau data, we found out how the percentage of each ethnic category trended between 2010-2019 among auto mechanics.
- White
- Asian
- Hispanic or Latino
- Black or African American
Auto Mechanic Race By Year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.46% | 10.71% | 4.44% | 14.89% |
| 2011 | 65.70% | 11.51% | 4.05% | 16.10% |
| 2012 | 65.59% | 10.92% | 4.50% | 16.38% |
| 2013 | 64.14% | 11.37% | 4.65% | 16.99% |
| 2014 | 65.76% | 10.89% | 4.23% | 16.54% |
| 2015 | 65.91% | 10.30% | 4.28% | 16.92% |
| 2016 | 65.90% | 10.30% | 4.10% | 17.05% |
| 2017 | 65.02% | 10.32% | 4.42% | 17.53% |
| 2018 | 65.79% | 9.63% | 4.52% | 17.24% |
| 2019 | 65.59% | 9.88% | 4.57% | 17.23% |
| 2020 | 61.22% | 9.79% | 4.58% | 19.00% |
| 2021 | 60.48% | 9.86% | 5.03% | 19.57% |
Auto Mechanic Wage Gap By Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $41,167 |
| White | $41,597 |
| Black or African American | $40,251 |
| Asian | $42,686 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $40,668 |
Average Age of an Auto Mechanic
We determined the average age of auto mechanics based on ethnicity and gender.
Auto Mechanic Age By Race
| Race | Male Age | Female Age |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 39 | |
| Unknown | 37 | |
| Asian | 42 | |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37 | 31 |
| White | 40 | 37 |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 34 |
Auto Mechanic Age Breakdown
This chart breaks down the ages of auto mechanic employees. Interestingly enough, the average age of auto mechanics is 40+ years old, which represents 49% of the population.
Auto Mechanic Age
| Auto Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 25% |
| 20-30 years | 25% |
Types of Auto Mechanic Degree Levels
The most common degree for auto mechanics is high school diploma 47% of auto mechanics earn that degree. A close second is associate degree with 20% and rounding it off is diploma with 15%.
- High School Diploma, 47%
- Associate, 20%
- Diploma, 15%
- Bachelors, 9%
- Other Degrees, 9%
Auto Mechanics By Education
| Auto Mechanic Degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 47% |
| Associate | 20% |
| Diploma | 15% |
| Bachelors | 9% |
| Other Degrees | 9% |
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Auto Mechanic Wage Gap By Education
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| High School Diploma or Less | $41,824 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $44,026 |
| Some College/ Associate Degree | $45,390 |
Auto Mechanic Employment Statistics
This section highlights information about where auto mechanics work. We found most auto mechanics work for a private company. In addition, the industry that employs the most auto mechanics is the automotive industry.
Company Size
We created this chart to show you the average size of companies that typically hire auto mechanics.
Auto Mechanic Jobs By Employer Size
| Company Size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 15% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 16% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 20% |
| > 10,000 employees | 20% |
The Types Of Companies Auto Mechanic Work In
Employees with the auto mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most auto mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Auto Mechanic Jobs By Sector
| Company Type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 1% |
| Public | 19% |
| Private | 74% |
| Government | 5% |
Top Industries Hiring Auto Mechanics
Just based on the number of employees within each industry, we were able to determine the most common industries that employ auto mechanics. Those industries include automotive, retail and professional.
Auto Mechanic Industry Statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Automotive | 19% |
| Retail | 15% |
| Professional | 9% |
| Fortune 500 | 9% |
| Manufacturing | 7% |
| Technology | 6% |
| Media | 5% |
| Government | 5% |
| Transportation | 3% |
| Finance | 3% |
| Construction | 3% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Energy | 3% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Education | 1% |
Auto Mechanic Turnover And Employment Statistics
Auto Mechanic Unemployment Rate Over Time
The Bureau of Labor Statistics came in clutch when it came down to figuring out how the unemployment rate has changed over time. Between 2008 and 2018, this is how the number of auto mechanics changed.
- Unemployment rate
Auto Mechanic Unemployment Rate By Year
| Year | Auto Mechanic Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8.55% |
| 2011 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 6.97% |
| 2013 | 6.02% |
| 2014 | 5.22% |
| 2015 | 3.99% |
| 2016 | 3.81% |
| 2017 | 3.65% |
| 2018 | 3.23% |
| 2019 | 2.77% |
| 2020 | 4.04% |
| 2021 | 4.56% |
The Average Number of Years That Auto Mechanic Stay in a Job
By looking over 10,606 auto mechanics resumes, we figured out that the average auto mechanic enjoys staying at their job for 1-2 years for a percentage of 33%.
Auto Mechanic Tenure
| Number or Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 33% |
| 3-4 years | 16% |
| 5-7 years | 14% |
| 8-10 years | 5% |
| 11+ years | 13% |
Comparing The LGBT Ratio of Auto Mechanics with Other Job Titles
After finding the gender ratio, we wondered if the percentages of LGBT persons were different as well. Using the data below, you can see how other job titles compare to auto mechanics.
| Job Title | LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Service Line Technician | 1.31% | 122,081 |
| Chassis Mechanic | 1.79% | 34,136 |
| Auto Mechanic | 2.20% | - |
| Airframe And Powerplant Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,350 |
| Recreational Vehicle Technician | 3.57% | 38,832 |
| Refinish Technician | 3.73% | 28,813 |
| Golf Cart Mechanic | 5.18% | 89,444 |
Auto Mechanic LGBT Demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|
| Service Line Technician | 1.31% | 122,081 |
| Chassis Mechanic | 1.79% | 34,136 |
| Airframe And Powerplant Mechanic | 2.41% | 34,350 |
| Recreational Vehicle Technician | 3.57% | 38,832 |
| Refinish Technician | 3.73% | 28,813 |
| Golf Cart Mechanic | 5.18% | 89,444 |
Foreign Languages Spoken By Auto Mechanics
The most common foreign language among auto mechanics is Spanish at 64.2%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 6.6% and Russian is the third-most popular at 5.3%.
- Spanish, 64.2%
- French, 6.6%
- Russian, 5.3%
- Chinese, 3.3%
- Carrier, 3.3%
- Other, 17.3%
Auto Mechanic Languages Spoken
| Foreign Language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 64.2% |
| French | 6.6% |
| Russian | 5.3% |
| Chinese | 3.3% |
| Carrier | 3.3% |
| Other | 17.3% |
