Auto mechanic schools in Wilmington, DE

7 schools within 30 miles of Wilmington, DE offer automotive technician programs, and the closest is Delaware County Community College in Media, 18 miles away. Auto mechanics in Delaware earn a median $58,410 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
18 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in DE
$58,410

7 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Wilmington, DE

School results

  1. Delaware County Community College

    Media, PA · 18 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  2. Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus

    Sewell, NJ · 22 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +2

  3. Automotive Training Center-Exton

    Exton, PA · 23 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • Auto body & collision repair

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  5. Universal Technical Institute of Pennsylvania Inc

    Exton, PA · 25 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic

  6. Community College of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · 25 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +10

  7. Pennco Tech-Blackwood

    Blackwood, NJ · 25 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +3

  8. Camden County College

    Blackwood, NJ · 26 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • CNC machining
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +13

What auto mechanics earn in Delaware

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

Auto mechanic salary in DelawareHow to become an auto mechanic

Median pay
$58,410
$28.08 an hour
Typical range
$36,700–$82,280
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in DE
1,910
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 Wilmington?

The closest are Delaware County Community College (Media, 18 mi), Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus (Sewell, 22 mi), and Automotive Training Center-Exton (Exton, 23 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Wilmington cost?

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,996 to $24,883. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Wilmington?

Across Delaware, the median pay is $58,410 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 Wilmington?

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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