Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,310 -15.4% vs national
Median hourly $24.67
10th percentile $38,480
90th percentile $72,530
Employed locally 540
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,480
    25th
    $43,250
    50th (median)
    $51,310
    75th
    $60,770
    90th
    $72,530

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$48,660
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$62,890
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$44,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$78,380
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$53,620
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$90,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Southern Indiana is $24.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.58 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana 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 Southern Indiana is 15.4% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,480 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,250.