Best Mechanic Schools in Richmond, Virginia (2026)

Comparing auto mechanic schools in Richmond, Virginia starts with the local labor market and the credentials each program offers. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $59,330 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Richmond Quick Facts

MetricValueSource
State median annual wage$59,330BLS OEWS, May 2025
State employment17,880 workersBLS OEWS, May 2025
Richmond County establishments80BLS QCEW, 2024
Richmond County industry employment500BLS QCEW, 2024
Richmond County unemployment rate3.2%BLS LAUS, 2024
Virginia location quotient0.96BLS OEWS, May 2025

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What You’ll Find Below

The school listings below are sorted by proximity to Richmond. Each entry includes the school name, address, and the credentials offered. Use the Richmond County and Virginia figures above as a reference point when comparing program length, schedule, and tuition.


Automotive Technology Schools near Richmond

Auto Mechanic Salary Snapshot

U.S.
U.S. Median Pay $50,620 $24.34 per hour
Job Outlook 4.2% 33,600 jobs (2024–2034)
70,000 openings/yr

Auto-Mechanic Salary in U.S.

Median Salary $50,620 $24.34/hr
Average Salary $56,420 $27.13/hr

Salary Range

$34,660 10th pctl
$50,620 Median
$81,790 90th pctl
10th Percentile $34,660 $16.66/hr
25th Percentile $38,900 $18.70/hr
75th Percentile $70,430 $33.86/hr
90th Percentile $81,790 $39.32/hr

Employment & Outlook

Total Employed704,640
Growth (2024-2034)4.2%
Annual Openings70,000
Jobs per 1,0004.5

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics (49-3023) • BLS OEWS, May 2025 • bls.gov/oes

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