Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,320 -2.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.52
10th percentile $42,350
90th percentile $80,850
Employed locally 100
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,350
    25th
    $48,720
    50th (median)
    $59,320
    75th
    $70,420
    90th
    $80,850

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $46,220
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $46,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $71,530
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $73,440
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $49,510
    Tire Repairers and Changers $38,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Northwestern Idaho is $28.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.89 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho 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 Northwestern Idaho is 2.2% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $42,350 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,720.