verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Diesel Mechanic Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$77,900/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$37.45/hr
▲ 26% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
7,410
public U.S. Median
$61,770
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$72,795 #4 of 51

Diesel Mechanic pay in Washington, explained

Diesel mechanics in Washington earn a median of $77,900 per year ($37.45 per hour), which is 26% above the national median of $61,770. Entry-level workers earn around $54,720, while the most experienced diesel mechanics reach about $102,800. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $77,900 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $77,900 is worth about $72,795 in national buying power — ranking Washington #4 for real pay (vs #2 on the sticker number).

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Diesel Mechanic pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$54,720
$26.31/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$77,900
$37.45/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$102,800
$49.42/hr

Diesel Mechanic pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $77,900 $72,795
Oregon $63,970 $61,890 +$13,930
Idaho $59,230 $62,025 +$18,670

Diesel Mechanic in Washington: FAQ

How much do diesel mechanics make in Washington?

Diesel mechanics in Washington earn a median of $77,900 per year ($37.45 per hour), compared with $61,770 nationally.

Does Washington pay diesel mechanics well?

At $77,900, Washington pays 26% above the national median for diesel mechanics. An estimated 7,410 work in the state.

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