Auto mechanic schools in Oceanside, CA
4 schools within 30 miles of Oceanside, CA offer automotive technician programs, and 2 are in Oceanside itself. Auto mechanics in California earn a median $64,980 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 2 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in CA
- $64,980
4 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Oceanside, CA
School results
MiraCosta College
Oceanside, CA · 2.4 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- IT support & networking
- +2
UEI College - Oceanside
Oceanside, CA · 3.5 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +3
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San Diego Miramar College
San Diego, CA · 24 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- EMT & paramedic
- +5
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 Oceanside?
The closest are MiraCosta College (Oceanside, 2 mi), UEI College - Oceanside (Oceanside, 3 mi), and Palomar College (San Marcos, 9 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.
How much do automotive technician programs near Oceanside cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,337 to $29,253. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do auto mechanics make near Oceanside?
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 Oceanside?
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
- San Clemente (24 mi)
- Murrieta (25 mi)
- San Diego (30 mi)
- Menifee (33 mi)
- Irvine (41 mi)
- Imperial Beach (47 mi)
- Beaumont (49 mi)
- Riverside (50 mi)