Kansas
Diesel Mechanic pay in Kansas
What diesel mechanics earn in Kansas: BLS OEWS May 2025 pay for the state and 7 metro areas, plus job counts and 14 listed training programs.
- $61,260Average pay (state)
- $43,610Entry-level / bottom 10%
- $59,460Median pay (state)
- $81,000Top 10% earn over
3,300 jobs in Kansas · 14 listed programs. Average pay across all experience levels (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Cities with listed programs
BLS wage data
Diesel Mechanic pay in Kansas
Annual wages from the BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15.
| Area | 10th pct | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | 90th pct | Mean | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $43,610 | $48,870 | $59,460 | $71,430 | $81,000 | $61,260 | 3,300 |
| United States | $44,530 | $50,540 | $61,770 | $75,470 | $88,740 | $64,320 | 289,960 |
Metro areas
| Area | 10th pct | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | 90th pct | Mean | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KS | $47,560 | $57,000 | $66,500 | $82,860 | $82,860 | $67,160 | 290 |
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $46,170 | $51,080 | $62,570 | $75,520 | $86,650 | $64,410 | 2,890 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $40,460 | $47,570 | $58,440 | $77,140 | $95,020 | $63,440 | 110 |
| Lawrence, KS | $47,020 | $54,120 | $57,590 | $69,390 | $77,530 | $60,930 | 30 |
| Wichita, KS | $43,680 | $46,490 | $57,080 | $63,150 | $74,300 | $57,700 | 610 |
| Joplin, MO-KS | $38,440 | $43,320 | $56,580 | $59,800 | $76,830 | $55,540 | 360 |
| Manhattan, KS | $40,370 | $48,280 | $54,010 | $61,220 | $72,710 | $56,040 | 70 |
Programs
Listed programs in Kansas
Every diesel mechanic program we matched in Kansas. Schools with published tuition are listed first.
| Program / provider | Location | Type | Graduates 2023-24 | Tuition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | El Dorado, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 1 | $3,704–$6,569 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Dodge City Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Dodge City, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 5 | $4,650–$5,850 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Dodge City Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Dodge City, KS | Associate degree | 0 | $4,650–$5,850 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Goodland, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 15 | $18,000 Tuition & fees, largest program (program-year school) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Fort Hays State University-Northwest Kansas Technical College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Goodland, KS | Associate degree | 15 | $18,000 Tuition & fees, largest program (program-year school) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Fort Hays Tech North Central Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Beloit, KS | Associate degree | 3 | $7,910 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Highland Community College Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | Highland, KS | Associate degree | 0 | $4,650 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0605 |
| Highland Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Highland, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 12 | $4,650 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Highland Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Highland, KS | Associate degree | 0 | $4,650 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Salina Area Technical College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Salina, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 6 | $7,128 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Salina Area Technical College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Salina, KS | Associate degree | 6 | $7,128 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Seward County Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Liberal, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 14 | $4,320–$5,610 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Seward County Community College Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Liberal, KS | Associate degree | 1 | $4,320–$5,610 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
| Washburn Institute of Technology Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician | Topeka, KS | Certificate (1-2 years) | 34 | $5,684 Annual tuition & fees, in-state to out-of-state (institution-wide) | IPEDS 2023-24 · CIP 47.0613 |
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Sources
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates, released 2026-05-15 (news release USDL-26-0725; data tables). Cross-checked against the BLS Public Data API on 2026-11-03.
- Occupation: O*NET OnLine, 49-3031.00 Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists, retrieved 2026-11-03 (CC BY 4.0).
- Apprenticeship sponsors: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship: partner sponsors file, retrieved 2026-10-29 (Partner Finder).
- Schools & graduates: U.S. Department of Education, NCES IPEDS Completions 2023-24 (C2024_A) and Institutional Characteristics (HD2024), award year 2023-24, matched by 6-digit CIP code (completions file; CIP-SOC crosswalk).
- Tuition: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (Most Recent Cohorts: Institution + Field of Study), data updated 2026-10-15, matched by IPEDS unit ID (source).
Program listings are matched from public files by occupation code or organization name; they are not endorsements and we have not visited or tested any program. Confirm schedules, entry requirements and costs with the program. Compiled by the HighPayingTrades team; last refreshed 2026-11-03.