Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay in Virginia
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Virginia earn an average of $61,590 a year. That is $2,730 (4%) less than the U.S. average of $64,320. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $72,880.
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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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Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $64,320 | $30.92 |
| Virginia | $61,590 | $29.61 |
| Maryland | $73,300 | $35.24 |
| District of Columbia | $69,880 | $33.60 |
| Tennessee | $60,590 | $29.13 |
| North Carolina | $57,910 | $27.84 |
| Kentucky | $57,370 | $27.58 |
Related jobs in Virginia
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$61,600
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines$65,460
- Automotive Body and Related Repairers$69,830
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians$86,570
- Tire Repairers and Changers$42,900
- Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians$48,630
Average pay, Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists make in Virginia?
The average is $61,590 a year, and the median is $61,090. That is $2,730 (4%) less than the U.S. average of $64,320.
What is the hourly wage in Virginia?
$29.61 an hour on average; the median is $29.37.
Where in Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($72,880), followed by Richmond, VA ($61,740). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Roanoke, VA ($56,560).
How does Virginia rank?
Virginia ranks #30 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.