New York Median
$70,100
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.70
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+13% vs US median
US median $61,770
State Rank
#10 of 51
13,230 employed here
How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make in New York?
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in New York take home a median of $70,100 annually — roughly $33.70 an hour — which runs 13% above the national median of $61,770.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $48,360 while the top 10% make $90,090 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $58,420 and $86,450 a year.
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $48,360 | $23.25 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $58,420 | $28.09 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $70,100 | $33.70 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $86,450 | $41.56 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $90,090 | $43.31 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 10th 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 $70,480Nevada $68,410Connecticut $67,300Rhode Island $67,270Minnesota $66,840North Dakota $66,110District of Columbia $65,200Utah $64,350Illinois $64,340Oregon $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 New York
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 New York pay ($70,100) 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 New York?
The median Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary in New York is $70,100 per year, or about $33.70 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $48,360 at the entry level to $90,090 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists about 13% more than the national median of $61,770. New York ranks 10th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $70,100 a year. About 13,230 Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.