Auto mechanic schools in Oregon
We found 11 schools offering automotive technician training in Oregon, with campuses in Bend, Astoria, Salem, and Oregon City and more. Auto mechanics in Oregon earn a median $58,520 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in OR
- $58,520
- Cities with schools
- 3
11 automotive technician schools
School results
Hear from the best fits
One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options.
Klamath Community College
Klamath Falls, OR · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +9
Auto mechanic schools by city
- Portland (4 within 30 mi)
- Woodburn (3 within 30 mi)
- Forest Grove (3 within 30 mi)
What auto mechanics earn in Oregon
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in OregonHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $58,520
- $28.14 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,590–$92,090
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OR
- 6,990
- 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.
Hear from the best fits near Oregon
One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options. Free, with no obligation.
- Compare real costs and start dates
- Ask about financial aid and apprenticeships
- Your info goes only to the schools you're matched with
Step 1 of 3: Your trade
Frequently asked questions
How many automotive technician schools are in Oregon?
We list 11 schools in Oregon with automotive technician programs: 11 public colleges. Campuses are in Bend, Astoria, Salem, Oregon City, and Klamath Falls.
Are there community college automotive technician programs in Oregon?
Yes. 11 public colleges in Oregon 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 Oregon?
Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,050 to $12,266. 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 Oregon?
The median pay for auto mechanics in Oregon is $58,520 a year, and most earn between $39,590 and $92,090, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a automotive technician school in Oregon?
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.
Other programs in Oregon
- Medical assistant schools (18)
- Welding schools (17)
- Esthetician schools (17)
- Cosmetology schools (16)
- Criminal justice programs (14)
- Nail tech schools (14)
- EMT and paramedic schools (12)
- Industrial maintenance schools (11)
- Medical billing and coding schools (11)
- Barber schools (11)
- Dental assistant schools (10)
- Fire science programs (10)
- LPN programs (9)
- Drafting schools (8)
- Construction schools (8)
- Diesel mechanic schools (7)
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)