Auto mechanic schools in Los Angeles, CA
17 schools within 30 miles of Los Angeles, CA offer automotive technician programs, and one is in Los Angeles itself. Auto mechanics in California earn a median $64,980 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 17
- Closest
- 8 mi
- Public colleges
- 14
- Median pay in CA
- $64,980
17 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Los Angeles, CA
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Los Angeles Trade-Technical College
Los Angeles, CA · 8.1 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +15
El Camino Community College District
Torrance, CA · 10 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +13
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Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA · 15 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +5
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA · 15 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +10
Universal Technical Institute-Southern California
Long Beach, CA · 20 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +1
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA · 20 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- +12
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CA · 22 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Carpentry
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +6
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA · 25 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education
Baldwin Park, CA · 26 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +5
College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA · 28 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +9
UEI College - West Covina
West Covina, CA · 29 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +4
What auto mechanics earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in CaliforniaHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $64,980
- $31.24 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,180–$95,280
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 65,420
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +5%
- 66,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest automotive technician schools to Los Angeles?
The closest are Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (Los Angeles, 8 mi), El Camino Community College District (Torrance, 10 mi), and UEI College-Gardena (Gardena, 11 mi). In total, 17 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.
How much do automotive technician programs near Los Angeles cost?
For the 17 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,424 to $28,691. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do auto mechanics make near Los Angeles?
Across California, the median pay is $64,980 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in Los Angeles?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Auto mechanic schools in nearby cities
- Glendale (15 mi)
- Downey (17 mi)
- Montebello (17 mi)
- Long Beach (22 mi)
- Simi Valley (26 mi)
- Santa Clarita (28 mi)
- West Covina (29 mi)
- Pomona (37 mi)