Average Diesel Mechanic Salary in Georgia

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Diesel Mechanic in Georgia earns $55,700 per year, which is below the national average of $56,850. This translates to approximately $26.78 per hour, $2,142 biweekly, or $4,642 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$41,800	$20.10
Average (50th)	$55,700	$26.78
Experienced (75th)	$64,100	$30.80
Top Earners (90th)	$72,400	$34.81

Diesel Mechanic Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$60,200	$5,017/mo
Augusta	$56,800	$4,733/mo
Savannah	$54,600	$4,550/mo
Athens	$52,900	$4,408/mo
Macon	$51,800	$4,317/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + training
Job Growth (2022-2032)	5% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Diesel Mechanics in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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