Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Northwest Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,610 -18.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.85
10th percentile $39,240
90th percentile $63,920
Employed locally 210
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,240
    25th
    $41,810
    50th (median)
    $49,610
    75th
    $59,300
    90th
    $63,920

    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 Northwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $44,110
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $62,860
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $76,190
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $49,330
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $45,380
    Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other $51,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Northwest Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Northwest Virginia is $23.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.05 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Virginia 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 Northwest Virginia is 18.2% 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 Northwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $39,240 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,810.