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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Arizona
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Arizona?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,680
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.1% vs 2024
$63,820
Mean Salary
$61,680
Median Salary
$29.65
Hourly Rate
5,140 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by percentile in Arizona
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona earn a median salary of $61,680 per year ($5,140/month).
This is 2.0% below the national average of $62,929.
Arizona ranks #23 out of 51 states for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay.
Approximately 5,140 people work in this occupation across Arizona.
Salaries increased by 4.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.
Top Skills
Troubleshooting
4.0
Repairing
4.0
Operations Monitoring
3.5
Equipment Maintenance
3.38
Critical Thinking
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.74
Transportation
3.88
Education and Training
3.54
English Language
3.51
Public Safety and Security
3.42
Typical Education: Post-Secondary Certificate
(39.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona range from $45,460 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $84,350 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,080 and $74,310.
Median $61,680
P10: $45,460P25: $51,080P75: $74,310P90: $84,350
10th
$45,460
25th
$51,080
Median
$61,680
75th
$74,310
90th
$84,350
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,460
$21.86
$3,788
25th Percentile
$51,080
$24.56
$4,256
Median (50th)
$61,680
$29.65
$5,140
75th Percentile
$74,310
$35.73
$6,192
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$84,350
$40.55
$7,029
Note: The mean (average) salary of $63,820 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#23
Arizona ranks #23 of 51 states
$62,929
National avg. for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Arizona?
The median annual salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona is $61,680 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $63,820.
What is the salary range for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona?
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona range from $45,460 at the 10th percentile to $84,350 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,080 and $74,310.
What is the starting salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona?
Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists positions in Arizona typically start around $45,460 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,080 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,140 people are employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Arizona is approximately $29.65 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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