Auto Body Labor Rates in Vermont (2025)

Vermont (VT) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Vermont are 17% below the national average ($ 62/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Vermont typically see a 3% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

-17%
$62 /hr

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

Paint / Refinish

-17%
$62 /hr

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

Mechanical

-14%
$95 /hr

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

Frame / Structural

-18%
$82 /hr

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

Vermont vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $62/hr VT -17%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $62/hr VT -17%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $95/hr VT -14%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $82/hr VT -18%

Sources: autoGMS 2025 (lowest state at $127.15), Torque360 ($115-130), rural state lower rates

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