Diesel Mechanic Salary in North Carolina
A diesel mechanic in North Carolina earns an estimated $56,000 a year ($26.92 an hour). Most workers fall from $38,100 to $81,200, depending on experience and employer.
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Diesel Mechanic pay in North Carolina
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $38,100 | $18.32 |
| Median (estimate) | $56,000 | $26.92 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $81,200 | $39.04 |
| US national median | $58,000 | $27.88 |
The North Carolina estimate is 3% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in North Carolina keeps about $44,942 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $1,728.52 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the North Carolina paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diesel mechanic make in North Carolina?
About $56,000 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.