Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Northern New Mexico

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

Median annual salary $50,960 -16% vs national
Median hourly $24.50
10th percentile $36,510
90th percentile $65,180
Employed locally 140
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,510
    25th
    $42,640
    50th (median)
    $50,960
    75th
    $58,210
    90th
    $65,180

    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 New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$37,620
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$40,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$74,120
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$81,470
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$46,030
    Tire Repairers and Changers$29,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Northern New Mexico is $24.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.12 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico 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 New Mexico is 16% 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 New Mexico?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,510 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,640.