Diesel Mechanic Salary in District of Columbia
A diesel mechanic in District of Columbia earns an estimated $69,400 a year ($33.37 an hour). Most workers fall from $47,200 to $100,600, depending on experience and employer.
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Diesel Mechanic pay in District of Columbia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $47,200 | $22.69 |
| Median (estimate) | $69,400 | $33.37 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $100,600 | $48.37 |
| US national median | $58,000 | $27.88 |
The District of Columbia estimate is 20% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in District of Columbia keeps about $53,142 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,043.92 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the District of Columbia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diesel mechanic make in District of Columbia?
About $69,400 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.