Home / Compare / Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers vs. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics Salary comparison Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers vs. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics: Salary Comparison (2026) Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installerss earn a median salary of $59,300/year, while Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicss earn $49,670/year - a difference of $9,630. Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.
Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Median salary
$59,300
$49,670
Hourly rate
$28.51/hr
$23.88/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$38,410
$33,660
Senior level (90th %)
$81,980
$80,850
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
81,510
688,840
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Repair & Maintenance
Repair & Maintenance
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS), BEA Regional Price Parities & HUD Fair Market Rents.
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