Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Northeastern South Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,090 -20.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.12
10th percentile $33,670
90th percentile $60,770
Employed locally 110
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,670
    25th
    $39,310
    50th (median)
    $48,090
    75th
    $55,900
    90th
    $60,770

    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 Northeastern South Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $43,920
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $61,100
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $39,610
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $70,160
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $48,860
    Tire Repairers and Changers $35,040

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Northeastern South Carolina is $23.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.96 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern South Carolina 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 Northeastern South Carolina is 20.7% 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 Northeastern South Carolina?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $33,670 per year in Northeastern South Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,310.