Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in South Georgia

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

Median annual salary $49,190 -18.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.65
10th percentile $36,380
90th percentile $72,750
Employed locally 510
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,380
    25th
    $42,270
    50th (median)
    $49,190
    75th
    $61,640
    90th
    $72,750

    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 South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $41,600
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $45,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $63,990
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $58,580
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $46,040
    Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other $48,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in South Georgia is $23.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.87 or more per hour.

    Is South Georgia 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 South Georgia is 18.9% 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 South Georgia?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,380 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,270.