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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Oregon
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Oregon?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,970
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.1% vs 2024
$67,270
Mean Salary
$63,970
Median Salary
$30.75
Hourly Rate
3,770 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by percentile in Oregon
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon earn a median salary of $63,970 per year ($5,330/month).
This is 1.7% above the national average of $62,929.
Oregon ranks #19 out of 51 states for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay.
Approximately 3,770 people work in this occupation across Oregon.
Salaries increased by 2.1% 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 Oregon
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon range from $47,690 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $90,700 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $57,580 and $76,840.
Median $63,970
P10: $47,690P25: $57,580P75: $76,840P90: $90,700
10th
$47,690
25th
$57,580
Median
$63,970
75th
$76,840
90th
$90,700
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,690
$22.93
$3,974
25th Percentile
$57,580
$27.68
$4,798
Median (50th)
$63,970
$30.75
$5,330
75th Percentile
$76,840
$36.94
$6,403
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$90,700
$43.61
$7,558
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,270 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#19
Oregon ranks #19 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 Oregon?
The median annual salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon is $63,970 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,270.
What is the salary range for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon?
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon range from $47,690 at the 10th percentile to $90,700 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $57,580 and $76,840.
What is the starting salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon?
Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists positions in Oregon typically start around $47,690 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $57,580 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,770 people are employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Oregon is approximately $30.75 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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