Auto mechanic schools in Seattle, WA
7 schools within 30 miles of Seattle, WA offer automotive technician programs, and one is in Seattle itself. Auto mechanics in Washington earn a median $57,270 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 7
- Closest
- 5 mi
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in WA
- $57,270
7 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Seattle, WA
School results
South Seattle College
Seattle, WA · 5.0 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +2
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA · 8.9 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy
- +5
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA · 10 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +12
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Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA · 26 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
UEI College-Tacoma
Tacoma, WA · 30 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +2
What auto mechanics earn in Washington
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in WashingtonHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $57,270
- $27.54 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,470–$95,620
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WA
- 12,930
- 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 Seattle?
The closest are South Seattle College (Seattle, 5 mi), Shoreline Community College (Shoreline, 9 mi), and Lake Washington Institute of Technology (Kirkland, 10 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.
How much do automotive technician programs near Seattle cost?
For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,004 to $36,850. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do auto mechanics make near Seattle?
Across Washington, the median pay is $57,270 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 Seattle?
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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