Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,280 -18.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.69
10th percentile $33,390
90th percentile $62,920
Employed locally 310
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,390
    25th
    $41,180
    50th (median)
    $49,280
    75th
    $58,080
    90th
    $62,920

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$44,600
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,580
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$55,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$73,120
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$49,390
    Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians$57,390

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Northern Michigan is $23.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.50 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan 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 Northern Michigan is 18.7% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $33,390 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,180.