Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in West Montana

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

Median annual salary $52,940 -12.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.45
10th percentile $37,940
90th percentile $74,910
Employed locally 120
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,940
    25th
    $47,710
    50th (median)
    $52,940
    75th
    $61,480
    90th
    $74,910

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$44,780
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$58,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$69,290
    Tire Repairers and Changers$43,830
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$56,890
    Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines$63,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in West Montana is $25.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.85 or more per hour.

    Is West Montana 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 Montana is 12.7% 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,940 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,710.