The average salary for a diesel mechanic in the United States is around $50,000 per year.
Avg Salary
Diesel mechanics earn an average yearly salary of $50,000.
Wages typically start from $6,000 and go up to $80,000.
26% below national average Updated in 2023
Diesel mechanic earnings by seniority
90th percentile
Top-level diesel mechanic earnings begin at:
$38.46 per hour
$80,000 per year
75th percentile
Senior-level diesel mechanic earnings begin at:
$31.25 per hour
$65,000 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level diesel mechanic earnings begin at:
$24.04 per hour
$50,000 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level diesel mechanic earnings begin at:
$16.83 per hour
$35,000 per year
10th percentile
Starting level diesel mechanic earnings begin at:
$2.88 per hour
$6,000 per year
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
How do diesel mechanic salaries compare to similar careers?
Diesel mechanics earn about the same as related careers in the United States. On average, they make less than commercial divers but more than motorcycle mechanics.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Commercial diver salary | $57K |
| Radio mechanic salary | $50K |
| Industrial machinery mechanic salary | $50K |
| Avionics technician salary | $47K |
| Geothermal technician salary | $46K |
| Diesel mechanic salary | $50K |
| Aircraft mechanic salary | $45K |
| Recreational vehicle service technician salary | $45K |
| Mechanic salary | $38K |
| Motorcycle mechanic salary | $39K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)