Auto mechanic schools in Huntington, WV
3 schools within 30 miles of Huntington, WV offer automotive technician programs, and one is in Huntington itself. Auto mechanics in West Virginia earn a median $37,660 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 3 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in WV
- $37,660
3 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Huntington, WV
School results
Cabell County Career Technology Center
Huntington, WV · 3.4 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +2
Collins Career Technical Center
Chesapeake, OH · 6.0 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
Ashland Community & Technical College
Ashland, KY · 12 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
What auto mechanics earn in West Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto mechanic salary in West VirginiaHow to become an auto mechanic
- Median pay
- $37,660
- $18.11 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,270–$65,520
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WV
- 4,490
- 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 Huntington?
The closest are Cabell County Career Technology Center (Huntington, 3 mi), Collins Career Technical Center (Chesapeake, 6 mi), and Ashland Community & Technical College (Ashland, 12 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.
How much do automotive technician programs near Huntington cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,657 to $9,468. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do auto mechanics make near Huntington?
Across West Virginia, the median pay is $37,660 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 Huntington?
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.