Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,780 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $27.78
10th percentile $44,250
90th percentile $75,340
Employed locally 410
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,250
    25th
    $49,730
    50th (median)
    $57,780
    75th
    $62,340
    90th
    $75,340

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$48,750
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$42,590
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$75,210
    Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians$57,810
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$61,870
    Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers$48,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in West Central Illinois is $27.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.52 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois 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 West Central Illinois is 4.7% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,250 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,730.