Diesel Electrician Salary in the United States

How much does a Diesel Electrician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diesel Electrician in the United States is $62,657 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Diesel Electrician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,728
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,879 to $72,639
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,976
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Diesel Electrician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $72,639 $6,053 $1,397 $35
Average $62,657 $5,221 $1,205 $30
25th Percentile $52,879 $4,407 $1,017 $25
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Key Factors That Influence Diesel Electrician Salaries

A Diesel Electrician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Diesel Electrician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Diesel Electrician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $59,533
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $59,941
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,694
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,856
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,342
Levels Salary
Entry Level Diesel Electrician$59,533
Intermediate Level Diesel Electrician$59,941
Senior Level Diesel Electrician$64,694
Specialist Level Diesel Electrician$70,856
Expert Level Diesel Electrician$71,342
$59,533 0 yr
$59,941 < 2 yrs
$64,694 2-4 yrs
$70,856 5-8 yrs
$71,342 > 8 yrs
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How Do Diesel Electrician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Diesel Electricians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,374.
  • California: $69,111.
  • Massachusetts: $68,190.

Top Paying Cities for Diesel Electricians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $79,029
  • San Francisco: $78,164
  • Oakland: $76,517

What Skills Can Increase a Diesel Electrician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.49% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • KPI (Mentioned in 1.24% Job Postings): KPI stands for key performance indicator, a quantifiable measure of performance over time for a specific objective.
  • Customer Contact (Mentioned in 0.62% Job Postings): Customer Contact is the process of handling a query of the customer before, during, and after the purchase of any product or service.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.49%
KPI 1.24%
Customer Contact 0.62%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Diesel Electrician's salary.
  • Consulting Services: Can increase your salary by up to 37%.
  • Business Acumen: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting Services
$85,840
37%
Business Acumen
$71,429
14%
Presentation
$67,043
7%
Team Management
$66,417
6%
Building Relationships
$65,790
5%
Analysis
$65,790
5%
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Diesel Electrician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Diesel Electrician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 57% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Diesel Electrician positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Diesel Electrician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Diesel Electrician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$78,321$38.025%
Energy & Utilities$75,189$36.020%
Financial Services$72,056$35.015%
Pharmaceuticals$70,176$34.012%
Aerospace & Defense$68,923$33.010%

How Education impacts a Diesel Electrician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Diesel Electricians enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Diesel Electrician with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $62,363 and $67,071).

Diesel Electrician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Diesel Electrician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.0%
High School 37.0%
Associates 16.6%
Bachelors 36.7%
Masters 7.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Diesel Electrician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Diesel Electrician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Diesel Electrician

Salaries for a Diesel Electrician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $59,308 in 2023 to around $59,637 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Diesel Electrician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Diesel Electrician Over Time

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FAQ about Diesel Electrician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Diesel Electrician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Diesel Electrician roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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