Auto Body Labor Rates in New Hampshire (2025)

New Hampshire (NH) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in New Hampshire are 13% below the national average ($ 65/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in New Hampshire typically see a 5% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

-13%

$65 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

-13%

$65 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

-9%

$100 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

-15%

$85 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

New Hampshire vs. National Average

Body Labor

$75/hr nat'l vs. $65/hr NH -13%

Paint / Refinish

$75/hr nat'l vs. $65/hr NH -13%

Mechanical

$110/hr nat'l vs. $100/hr NH -9%

Frame / Structural

$100/hr nat'l vs. $85/hr NH -15%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($120-135), Key Collision Centers NH region

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