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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,470
Median Annual Salary
▲
+1.3% vs 2024
$61,190
Mean Salary
$60,470
Median Salary
$29.07
Hourly Rate
14,240 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio earn a median salary of $60,470 per year ($5,039/month).
This is 3.9% below the national average of $62,929.
Ohio ranks #31 out of 51 states for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay.
Approximately 14,240 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries increased by 1.3% 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 Ohio
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio range from $44,860 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $78,120 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $50,700 and $69,290.
Median $60,470
P10: $44,860P25: $50,700P75: $69,290P90: $78,120
10th
$44,860
25th
$50,700
Median
$60,470
75th
$69,290
90th
$78,120
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,860
$21.57
$3,738
25th Percentile
$50,700
$24.38
$4,225
Median (50th)
$60,470
$29.07
$5,039
75th Percentile
$69,290
$33.31
$5,774
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$78,120
$37.56
$6,510
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,190 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#31
Ohio ranks #31 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 Ohio?
The median annual salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio is $60,470 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,190.
What is the salary range for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio?
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio range from $44,860 at the 10th percentile to $78,120 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $50,700 and $69,290.
What is the starting salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio?
Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists positions in Ohio typically start around $44,860 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $50,700 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 14,240 people are employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Ohio is approximately $29.07 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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