Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,910 -16% vs national
Median hourly $24.48
10th percentile $36,370
90th percentile $73,210
Employed locally 520
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,370
    25th
    $44,170
    50th (median)
    $50,910
    75th
    $61,630
    90th
    $73,210

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $45,970
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $67,930
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $43,700
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $72,860
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $53,420
    Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines $57,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $24.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.55 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,370 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,170.