Auto body schools in Elmhurst, IL
3 schools within 30 miles of Elmhurst, IL offer auto body & collision repair programs, and the closest is Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park in Melrose Park, 6 miles away. Auto body technicians in Illinois earn a median $52,020 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in IL
- $52,020
3 auto body & collision repair schools within 30 mi of Elmhurst, IL
School results
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 5.8 mi · Private
- Auto body & collision repair
- Electrician
- Welding
- +2
City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · 17 mi · Public
- Auto body & collision repair
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL · 27 mi · Public
- Auto body & collision repair
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +13
What auto body technicians earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Auto body technician salary in IllinoisHow to become an auto body technician
- Median pay
- $52,020
- $25.01 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,460–$77,730
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 5,750
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +3.7%
- 12,600 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 auto body & collision repair schools to Elmhurst?
The closest are Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park (Melrose Park, 6 mi), City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College (Chicago, 17 mi), and Waubonsee Community College (Sugar Grove, 27 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach auto body & collision repair.
How much do auto body & collision repair programs near Elmhurst cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,494 to $25,598. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do auto body technicians make near Elmhurst?
Across Illinois, the median pay is $52,020 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a auto body & collision repair school in Elmhurst?
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