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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Georgia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Georgia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,370
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.8% vs 2024
$64,230
Mean Salary
$61,370
Median Salary
$29.50
Hourly Rate
10,910 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by percentile in Georgia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia earn a median salary of $61,370 per year ($5,114/month).
This is 2.5% below the national average of $62,929.
Georgia ranks #26 out of 51 states for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay.
Approximately 10,910 people work in this occupation across Georgia.
Salaries increased by 1.8% 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 Georgia
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia range from $45,890 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $85,260 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,510 and $75,340.
Median $61,370
P10: $45,890P25: $51,510P75: $75,340P90: $85,260
10th
$45,890
25th
$51,510
Median
$61,370
75th
$75,340
90th
$85,260
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,890
$22.06
$3,824
25th Percentile
$51,510
$24.76
$4,292
Median (50th)
$61,370
$29.50
$5,114
75th Percentile
$75,340
$36.22
$6,278
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$85,260
$40.99
$7,105
Note: The mean (average) salary of $64,230 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#26
Georgia ranks #26 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 Georgia?
The median annual salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia is $61,370 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $64,230.
What is the salary range for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia?
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia range from $45,890 at the 10th percentile to $85,260 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,510 and $75,340.
What is the starting salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia?
Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists positions in Georgia typically start around $45,890 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,510 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 10,910 people are employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Georgia is approximately $29.50 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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