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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists average salary by city in Kansas
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka | $67,160 | $66,500 | $57,000 | $53,129 | 89 |
| Lawrence | $60,930 | $57,590 | $54,120 | $48,537 | 90 |
| Wichita | $57,700 | $57,080 | $46,490 | $46,122 | 89 |
| Manhattan | $56,040 | $54,010 | $48,280 | $44,881 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary by city and state
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 49-3031.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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