Illinois Median
$64,340
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.93
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+4% vs US median
US median $61,770
State Rank
#18 of 51
11,320 employed here
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Illinois?
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois take home a median of $64,340 annually — roughly $30.93 an hour — which runs 4% above the national median of $61,770.
Within Illinois, entry-level pay starts around $44,760 while the top 10% make $97,670 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $53,640 and $80,640 a year.
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary range in Illinois
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $44,760 | $21.52 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $53,640 | $25.79 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $64,340 | $30.93 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $80,640 | $38.77 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $97,670 | $46.96 |
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How Illinois compares
Illinois ranks 18th out of 51 states and territories for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary in other states
Hawaii $80,080Washington $77,900Alaska $75,580Maryland $74,790California $73,950Massachusetts $73,270New Jersey $72,340New Hampshire $71,390Colorado $70,480New York $70,100Nevada $68,410Connecticut $67,300Rhode Island $67,270Minnesota $66,840North Dakota $66,110District of Columbia $65,200Utah $64,350Oregon $63,970Delaware $63,590Wisconsin $62,450Pennsylvania $61,740Arizona $61,680Wyoming $61,580Michigan $61,420Georgia $61,370Virginia $61,090Maine $60,850Indiana $60,610Florida $60,490Ohio $60,470Montana $59,990Iowa $59,680Kansas $59,460Vermont $59,390Missouri $59,360South Carolina $59,330Idaho $59,230Tennessee $59,190Nebraska $59,140Texas $58,810Louisiana $58,680South Dakota $58,120North Carolina $57,490New Mexico $55,910Kentucky $55,480Oklahoma $55,340Mississippi $54,360Arkansas $52,330Alabama $50,470West Virginia $46,610
Working as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Illinois
Nationally, about 290,000 people work as Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Illinois pay ($64,340) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in Illinois?
The median Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary in Illinois is $64,340 per year, or about $30.93 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,760 at the entry level to $97,670 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Illinois pay compare to the national average?
Illinois pays Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists about 4% more than the national median of $61,770. Illinois ranks 18th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Illinois a good state for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists?
Yes on pay — Illinois pays above the national median for this occupation, at $64,340 a year. About 11,320 Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists are employed in Illinois. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Illinois?
The highest-paying occupations in Illinois include Cardiologist ($517,850), Surgeon, All Other ($438,010), Dermatologist ($435,750), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.