Auto mechanic schools in Menifee, CA

5 schools within 30 miles of Menifee, CA offer automotive technician programs, and the closest is Mt San Jacinto Community College District in San Jacinto, 15 miles away. Auto mechanics in California earn a median $64,980 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
5
Closest
15 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in CA
$64,980

5 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Menifee, CA

School results

  1. Mt San Jacinto Community College District

    San Jacinto, CA · 15 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Culinary arts
    • +5
  2. Riverside City College

    Riverside, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +7
  3. San Bernardino Valley College

    San Bernardino, CA · 28 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13
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  5. CET-Colton

    Colton, CA · 28 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2
  6. Saddleback College

    Mission Viejo, CA · 29 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +10

What auto mechanics earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

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 Menifee?

The closest are Mt San Jacinto Community College District (San Jacinto, 15 mi), Riverside City College (Riverside, 23 mi), and San Bernardino Valley College (San Bernardino, 28 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Menifee cost?

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,152 to $18,943. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Menifee?

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 Menifee?

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.