Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,430 +14.5% vs national
Median hourly $33.38
10th percentile $52,000
90th percentile $90,130
Employed locally 150
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,000
    25th
    $61,980
    50th (median)
    $69,430
    75th
    $90,130
    90th
    $90,130

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $52,680
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $49,350
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $77,790
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $66,770
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $62,880
    Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers $48,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Connecticut is $33.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.40 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut 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 Connecticut is 14.5% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $52,000 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,980.