Auto mechanic schools in Vallejo, CA

6 schools within 30 miles of Vallejo, CA offer automotive technician programs, and the closest is Contra Costa College in San Pablo, 10 miles away. Auto mechanics in California earn a median $64,980 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
10 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in CA
$64,980

6 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Vallejo, CA

School results

  1. Contra Costa College

    San Pablo, CA · 10 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +4

  2. Solano Community College

    Fairfield, CA · 12 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Cosmetology
    • +5

  3. College of Marin

    Kentfield, CA · 19 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • CNC machining
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

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  5. College of Alameda

    Alameda, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  6. Los Medanos College

    Pittsburg, CA · 23 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +7

  7. City College of San Francisco

    San Francisco, CA · 28 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

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 Vallejo?

The closest are Contra Costa College (San Pablo, 10 mi), Solano Community College (Fairfield, 12 mi), and College of Marin (Kentfield, 19 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Vallejo cost?

For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,669 to $12,351. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Vallejo?

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 Vallejo?

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.

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