ASE Certified Master Mechanic Salary in the United States

How much does an ASE Certified Master Mechanic make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an ASE Certified Master Mechanic in the United States is $50,848 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, an ASE Certified Master Mechanic's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,102
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,480 to $57,262
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,413

Key Factors That Influence ASE Certified Master Mechanic Salaries

An ASE Certified Master Mechanic's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects ASE Certified Master Mechanic Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ASE Certified Master Mechanic's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $38,318
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,512
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,199
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,262
  • Expert (over 8 years): $89,838
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Technical Customer Support Representative I less than 1 year $38,318
ASE Certified Master Mechanic 1-2 years $49,512
Technical Customer Support Representative III 2-4 years $56,199
Technical Customer Support Team Leader 5-8 years $76,262
Technical Customer Support Supervisor over 8 years $89,838

Top Paying Cities for ASE Certified Master Mechanic

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $64,135
  • San Francisco: $63,433
  • Oakland: $62,096

ASE Certified Master Mechanic Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ASE Certified Master Mechanic roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, ASE Certified Master Mechanic positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ASE Certified Master Mechanic as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ASE Certified Master Mechanic

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $63,561 $31.0 25%
Biotechnology $61,018 $29.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $61,018 $29.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $58,476 $28.0 15%
Chemicals $55,933 $27.0 10%

How Education impacts an ASE Certified Master Mechanic's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many ASE Certified Master Mechanic professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an ASE Certified Master Mechanic with a high school is between $45,305 and $48,465.

ASE Certified Master Mechanic Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for ASE Certified Master Mechanic
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 100%
High School 100%
Associate's Degree 0%
Bachelor's Degree 0%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

ASE Certified Master Mechanic Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ASE Certified Master Mechanic's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$47,480
Average $50,848/year
$57,262
$3,957
Average $4,237/month
$4,772
$913
Average $978/week
$1,101
$23
Average $24/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $57,262 $4,772 $1,101 $28
Average $50,848 $4,237 $978 $24
25th Percentile $47,480 $3,957 $913 $23

Most common benefits for ASE Certified Master Mechanic

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for ASE Certified Master Mechanic

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FAQ about ASE Certified Master Mechanic

1. What industry pays the highest salary for ASE Certified Master Mechanic?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for ASE Certified Master Mechanic roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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