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

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

Median annual salary $55,310 -8.8% vs national
Median hourly $26.59
10th percentile $36,310
90th percentile $79,590
Employed locally 700
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,310
    25th
    $46,160
    50th (median)
    $55,310
    75th
    $62,750
    90th
    $79,590

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$48,050
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,400
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$62,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$75,410
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$57,700
    Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines$55,090

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Central Pennsylvania is $26.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.79 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania is 8.8% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,310 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,160.