Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay in Tennessee
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Tennessee earn an average of $60,590 a year. That is $3,730 (6%) less than the U.S. average of $64,320. The best-paying metro area is Memphis, TN-MS-AR at $65,740.
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Average pay for bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists by metro area. Swipe to see all 10.
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Tennessee vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $64,320 | $30.92 |
| Tennessee | $60,590 | $29.13 |
| Georgia | $64,230 | $30.88 |
| Virginia | $61,590 | $29.61 |
| Missouri | $60,750 | $29.21 |
| North Carolina | $57,910 | $27.84 |
| Kentucky | $57,370 | $27.58 |
Related jobs in Tennessee
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$54,590
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines$63,020
- Automotive Body and Related Repairers$51,200
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians$90,060
- Tire Repairers and Changers$37,670
- Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians$51,990
Average pay, Tennessee, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists make in Tennessee?
The average is $60,590 a year, and the median is $59,190. That is $3,730 (6%) less than the U.S. average of $64,320.
What is the hourly wage in Tennessee?
$29.13 an hour on average; the median is $28.46.
Where in Tennessee do they earn the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR ($65,740), followed by Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($63,720). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Cleveland, TN ($53,600).
How does Tennessee rank?
Tennessee ranks #37 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.