Bus & Truck Mechanics Salary in Tennessee
Median Annual Salary
$59,120
$28.42/hr
Salary Range
$40,910 – $87,160
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
6,640
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.5%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$64,612
real purchasing power
2.5% below the national median ($60,640)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$40,910 (entry)$59,120 (median)$87,160 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+27.3%
$13,130 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $63,710 | 1,540 |
| Morristown | $62,310 | 140 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $60,840 | 2,140 |
| Knoxville | $58,670 | 810 |
| Chattanooga | $56,520 | 590 |
| Johnson City | $55,860 | 80 |
| Jackson | $54,550 | 210 |
| Clarksville | $54,200 | 130 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $51,700 | 250 |
| Cleveland | $48,650 | 90 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.