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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$64,340
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.5% vs 2024
$69,220
Mean Salary
$64,340
Median Salary
$30.93
Hourly Rate
11,320 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois earn a median salary of $64,340 per year ($5,361/month).
This is 2.2% above the national average of $62,929.
Illinois ranks #18 out of 51 states for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay.
Approximately 11,320 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 2.5% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois range from $44,760 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $97,670 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $53,640 and $80,640.
Median $64,340
P10: $44,760P25: $53,640P75: $80,640P90: $97,670
10th
$44,760
25th
$53,640
Median
$64,340
75th
$80,640
90th
$97,670
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,760
$21.52
$3,730
25th Percentile
$53,640
$25.79
$4,470
Median (50th)
$64,340
$30.93
$5,361
75th Percentile
$80,640
$38.77
$6,720
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$97,670
$46.96
$8,139
Note: The mean (average) salary of $69,220 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#18
Illinois ranks #18 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 Illinois?
The median annual salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois is $64,340 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $69,220.
What is the salary range for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois?
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois range from $44,760 at the 10th percentile to $97,670 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $53,640 and $80,640.
What is the starting salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois?
Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists positions in Illinois typically start around $44,760 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $53,640 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,320 people are employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois is approximately $30.93 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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