Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,330 -20.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.24
10th percentile $36,380
90th percentile $64,370
Employed locally 270
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,380
    25th
    $42,900
    50th (median)
    $48,330
    75th
    $58,340
    90th
    $64,370

    Top-paying metros for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Urban Honolulu, HI $83,980
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $82,500
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $82,450
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $80,850
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $80,820
    Napa, CA $79,580

    Related occupations in Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $44,010
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $63,630
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $36,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $63,150
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $49,050
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers $76,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Central Kentucky is $23.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.79 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salaries?

    The median Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary in Central Kentucky is 20.3% below the national median of $60,640. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,380 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,900.