Auto mechanic schools in Iowa

Looking for automotive technician schools in Iowa? There are 15, including 15 public colleges. Auto mechanics in Iowa earn a median $50,510 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
15
Public colleges
15
Median pay in IA
$50,510

15 automotive technician schools

School results

  1. Des Moines Area Community College

    Ankeny, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  2. Eastern Iowa Community College

    Davenport, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +21

  3. Hawkeye Community College

    Waterloo, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +17

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  5. Indian Hills Community College

    Ottumwa, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +24

  6. Iowa Central Community College

    Fort Dodge, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  7. Iowa Lakes Community College

    Estherville, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +10

  8. Iowa Western Community College

    Council Bluffs, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  9. Kirkwood Community College

    Cedar Rapids, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +26

  10. Marshalltown Community College

    Marshalltown, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +10

  11. North Iowa Area Community College

    Mason City, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  12. Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar

    Calmar, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  13. Northwest Iowa Community College

    Sheldon, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +11

  14. Southeastern Community College - Iowa

    West Burlington, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +10

  15. Southwestern Community College - Iowa

    Creston, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +7

  16. Western Iowa Tech Community College

    Sioux City, IA · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

What auto mechanics earn in Iowa

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

Auto mechanic salary in IowaHow to become an auto mechanic

Median pay
$50,510
$24.28 an hour
Typical range
$36,100–$77,400
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IA
7,610
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

How many automotive technician schools are in Iowa?

We list 15 schools in Iowa with automotive technician programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Creston, Sioux City, Ankeny, Davenport, and Waterloo.

Are there community college automotive technician programs in Iowa?

Yes. 15 public colleges in Iowa offer automotive technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does automotive technician school cost in Iowa?

Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,059 to $14,800. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do auto mechanics make in Iowa?

The median pay for auto mechanics in Iowa is $50,510 a year, and most earn between $36,100 and $77,400, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a automotive technician school in Iowa?

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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