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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Pennsylvania
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Pennsylvania?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,740
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.3% vs 2024
$62,680
Mean Salary
$61,740
Median Salary
$29.68
Hourly Rate
12,630 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by percentile in Pennsylvania
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $61,740 per year ($5,145/month).
This is 1.9% below the national average of $62,929.
Pennsylvania ranks #22 out of 51 states for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay.
Approximately 12,630 people work in this occupation across Pennsylvania.
Salaries increased by 2.3% 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 Pennsylvania
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania range from $45,910 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $80,440 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,060 and $73,000.
Median $61,740
P10: $45,910P25: $51,060P75: $73,000P90: $80,440
10th
$45,910
25th
$51,060
Median
$61,740
75th
$73,000
90th
$80,440
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,910
$22.07
$3,825
25th Percentile
$51,060
$24.55
$4,255
Median (50th)
$61,740
$29.68
$5,145
75th Percentile
$73,000
$35.10
$6,083
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$80,440
$38.67
$6,703
Note: The mean (average) salary of $62,680 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#22
Pennsylvania ranks #22 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 Pennsylvania?
The median annual salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania is $61,740 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $62,680.
What is the salary range for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania?
Salaries for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania range from $45,910 at the 10th percentile to $80,440 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,060 and $73,000.
What is the starting salary for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania?
Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists positions in Pennsylvania typically start around $45,910 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,060 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 12,630 people are employed as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Pennsylvania is approximately $29.68 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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