Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in East South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,530 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.62
10th percentile $45,650
90th percentile $81,400
Employed locally 230
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,650
    25th
    $49,730
    50th (median)
    $59,530
    75th
    $66,020
    90th
    $81,400

    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 East South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $46,170
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $45,700
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $58,410
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $79,320
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $61,770
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $57,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in East South Dakota is $28.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.92 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota 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 East South Dakota is 1.8% 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 East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $45,650 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,730.