Auto Body Labor Rates in Texas (2025)

Texas (TX) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Texas are at the national average ($ 75/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Texas typically see a 15% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

$75 /hr

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

Paint / Refinish

$75 /hr

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

Mechanical

+2%

$112 /hr

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

Frame / Structural

-5%

$95 /hr

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

Texas vs. National Average

Body Labor

$75/hr nat'l vs. $75/hr TX 0%

Paint / Refinish

$75/hr nat'l vs. $75/hr TX 0%

Mechanical

$110/hr nat'l vs. $112/hr TX +2%

Frame / Structural

$100/hr nat'l vs. $95/hr TX -5%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($140-145), Precision Body Works TX (auto body $75, refinish $75, structural $75, frame $95, mech $95), ABAT/NABR TX survey

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