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Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics vs. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics: Salary Comparison (2026)

Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanicss earn a median salary of $46,560/year, while Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn $49,670/year - a difference of $3,110. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Median salary
$46,560
$49,670
Hourly rate
$22.38/hr
$23.88/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$33,600
$33,660
Senior level (90th %)
$64,540
$80,850
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
34,240
688,840
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Repair & Maintenance
Repair & Maintenance
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