Auto Body Repair Pay 12-15-25

Auto body repair pay varies, but typically ranges from around $24-$28 per hour on average, with potential for $48+ for highly skilled techs, depending on location, experience, and specialty; the median salary was about $51,680 annually in 2024, but top earners can make significantly more.  

Average Pay (Hourly)

National Average: Around $24 to $28 per hour, with some sources showing figures like $27.62/hr or $24.19/hr as of late 2025.

Range: Wages can span from $12.50 to over $48/hour, showing significant potential for growth. 

Annual Pay

Median (2024): The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported a median of $51,680 for auto body repairers in May 2024. 

Factors Influencing Pay

Experience & Skill: More experience and specialized skills (like paintless dent repair or advanced diagnostics) lead to higher pay.

Location: High-cost-of-living areas or states like Rhode Island, Alaska, and Massachusetts often pay more.

Employer: Working for a high-volume dealership or specialized shop can boost earnings.

Demand: Local demand for technicians impacts rates. 

Example: Georgia

In Georgia (near you), the average is around $23.66/hr, but cities like Duluth can offer over $34/hr. 

Auto body repair technicians' pay can range widely based on location, experience, skill, and employer, with the national median salary around $51,680 per year (approximately $24.85 per hour). In the Dunwoody, GA area, the average pay is similar, but experienced technicians on commission can earn significantly more. 

National Salary Averages

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for automotive body and related repairers was $51,680 in May 2024. Other sources report the average annual pay in the U.S. to be slightly higher, around $57,455. 

Entry-level technicians may start around $31,000 annually, while experienced technicians can earn upwards of $80,000 per year, or even over $100,000 if they are highly skilled and efficient in a commission-based structure.

Top-paying states for this profession include California, Connecticut, and New Jersey, where median salaries can exceed $60,000 annually. 

Local Salaries in the Dunwoody, GA Area

Salaries in the Dunwoody and Atlanta metropolitan area are competitive and vary depending on the specific city and company. 

The average annual salary for an Auto Body Technician in Atlanta, GA is approximately $55,252.

This translates to an average hourly wage of around $26.56 per hour.

In Dunwoody specifically, the average annual salary is reported around $56,933.

Top earners in the Atlanta area can make over $89,000 annually. 

Key Factors Affecting Pay

Auto body technician salaries are heavily influenced by several factors: 

Payment Structure: Many auto body jobs are paid on a "flat rate" or commission basis, where technicians are paid for the estimated job hours rather than actual hours worked. Highly efficient, skilled technicians can maximize their earnings this way.

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