Auto mechanic schools in Maryland
We found 4 schools offering automotive technician training in Maryland, with campuses in Cumberland, Columbia, Baltimore, and Rockville. Auto mechanics in Maryland earn a median $57,520 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 4
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in MD
- $57,520
- Cities with schools
- 3
Auto mechanic schools by city
- Gaithersburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Bowie (3 within 30 mi)
- Columbia (3 within 30 mi)
What auto mechanics earn in Maryland
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in MarylandHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $57,520
- $27.66 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,940–$84,420
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MD
- 14,230
- 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 Maryland?
We list 4 schools in Maryland with automotive technician programs: 3 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Cumberland, Columbia, Baltimore, and Rockville.
Are there community college automotive technician programs in Maryland?
Yes. 3 public colleges in Maryland 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 Maryland?
Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,027 to $34,306. 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 Maryland?
The median pay for auto mechanics in Maryland is $57,520 a year, and most earn between $35,940 and $84,420, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in Maryland?
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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Auto mechanic schools in other states
- California (83)
- Florida (52)
- Texas (47)
- North Carolina (41)
- Illinois (38)
- Oklahoma (29)
- Pennsylvania (25)
- Michigan (24)
- Tennessee (24)
- Georgia (23)
- Minnesota (20)
- Washington (20)
- Kansas (19)
- Arkansas (18)
- Colorado (18)
- Ohio (17)