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

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

Median annual salary $61,020 +0.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.34
10th percentile $41,950
90th percentile $77,210
Employed locally 90
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,950
    25th
    $50,630
    50th (median)
    $61,020
    75th
    $71,220
    90th
    $77,210

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $47,670
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $48,490
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $64,910
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $81,340
    Tire Repairers and Changers $39,250
    Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines $67,770

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Central Oregon is $29.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.95 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon 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 Oregon is 0.6% above 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,950 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,630.