Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $50,710 -16.4% vs national
Median hourly $24.38
10th percentile $39,610
90th percentile $78,370
Employed locally 250
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,610
    25th
    $45,170
    50th (median)
    $50,710
    75th
    $61,690
    90th
    $78,370

    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 East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $42,880
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $46,750
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $60,200
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $69,320
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $46,400
    Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other $45,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in East Tennessee is $24.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.66 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee 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 Tennessee is 16.4% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,610 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,170.