Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,540 +8.1% vs national
Median hourly $31.51
10th percentile $48,720
90th percentile $91,290
Employed locally 310
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,720
    25th
    $58,190
    50th (median)
    $65,540
    75th
    $79,370
    90th
    $91,290

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $52,950
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $86,210
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $66,280
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $50,610
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $49,770
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers $120,800

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Eastern Washington is $31.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.72 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington 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 Eastern Washington is 8.1% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $48,720 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,190.