Motorcycle Mechanics Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for motorcycle mechanicss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $52,370 ≈ $25/hr
National median salary $48,580
Total employment 13,510 nationwide
Job Outlook, 2024–2034
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
Projected growth +5.3%
Faster than average
Annual openings 1,500 per year (avg)
Employment 2024→2034 14,900 → 15,700 (+800)
Typical entry education Postsecondary nondegree award
Salary Map
Brighter tiles = higher average pay; dashed tiles have no data. Click a state for details.
💰 Top 5 Highest-Paying States
- Oregon$64,460
- Maryland$61,480
- New Jersey$61,460
- Nevada$59,570
- New Hampshire$59,340
📉 5 Lowest-Paying States
- Michigan$42,060
- Idaho$43,500
- West Virginia$43,700
- Mississippi$44,440
- Illinois$44,650
State Rankings
| # | State | Mean | Median | Hourly | vs. U.S. | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oregon | $64,460 | $58,040 | $31 | +23.1% | 160 |
| 2 | Maryland | $61,480 | $57,640 | $30 | +17.4% | 170 |
| 3 | New Jersey | $61,460 | $59,430 | $30 | +17.4% | 260 |
| 4 | Nevada | $59,570 | $60,450 | $29 | +13.7% | 110 |
| 5 | New Hampshire | $59,340 | $62,890 | $29 | +13.3% | 130 |
| 6 | New York | $58,510 | $54,770 | $28 | +11.7% | 270 |
| 7 | California | $57,280 | $57,040 | $28 | +9.4% | 1,730 |
| 8 | Washington | $57,250 | $51,970 | $28 | +9.3% | 300 |
| 9 | Minnesota | $56,340 | $58,280 | $27 | +7.6% | 350 |
| 10 | Colorado | $55,760 | $56,850 | $27 | +6.5% | 420 |
| 11 | North Dakota | $55,230 | $50,170 | $27 | +5.5% | 110 |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | $54,970 | $50,050 | $26 | +5% | 490 |
| 13 | Connecticut | $54,600 | $51,970 | $26 | +4.3% | 100 |
| 14 | Texas | $53,870 | $53,330 | $26 | +2.9% | 1,170 |
| 15 | Massachusetts | $52,760 | $48,940 | $25 | +0.7% | — |
| 16 | Virginia | $52,680 | $49,400 | $25 | +0.6% | 300 |
| 17 | Maine | $52,170 | $48,380 | $25 | -0.4% | 100 |
| 18 | Nebraska | $51,900 | $50,170 | $25 | -0.9% | 40 |
| 19 | Arizona | $51,740 | $44,190 | $25 | -1.2% | 240 |
| 20 | Wisconsin | $51,520 | $48,190 | $25 | -1.6% | 550 |
| 21 | Florida | $51,050 | $48,700 | $25 | -2.5% | 730 |
| 22 | South Carolina | $51,010 | $52,160 | $25 | -2.6% | 220 |
| 23 | Utah | $50,920 | $43,820 | $24 | -2.8% | 170 |
| 24 | Vermont | $50,230 | $48,970 | $24 | -4.1% | 60 |
| 25 | North Carolina | $49,730 | $48,670 | $24 | -5% | 440 |
| 26 | Alaska | $49,280 | $45,500 | $24 | -5.9% | 220 |
| 27 | Iowa | $48,850 | $44,840 | $23 | -6.7% | 300 |
| 28 | Montana | $48,460 | $47,130 | $23 | -7.5% | 140 |
| 29 | Wyoming | $48,430 | $39,520 | $23 | -7.5% | 70 |
| 30 | Kentucky | $48,320 | $48,220 | $23 | -7.7% | 200 |
| 31 | Tennessee | $47,940 | $47,300 | $23 | -8.5% | 320 |
| 32 | South Dakota | $47,880 | $46,490 | $23 | -8.6% | 200 |
| 33 | Hawaii | $47,480 | $46,390 | $23 | -9.3% | 30 |
| 34 | Indiana | $47,420 | $45,470 | $23 | -9.5% | 430 |
| 35 | Arkansas | $46,680 | $47,350 | $22 | -10.9% | 180 |
| 36 | New Mexico | $46,480 | $46,610 | $22 | -11.2% | 70 |
| 37 | Georgia | $45,950 | $43,050 | $22 | -12.3% | 250 |
| 38 | Alabama | $45,440 | $42,670 | $22 | -13.2% | 270 |
| 39 | Ohio | $45,440 | $44,280 | $22 | -13.2% | 520 |
| 40 | Oklahoma | $45,270 | $44,740 | $22 | -13.6% | 240 |
| 41 | Illinois | $44,650 | $41,630 | $21 | -14.7% | 290 |
| 42 | Mississippi | $44,440 | $45,710 | $21 | -15.1% | 160 |
| 43 | West Virginia | $43,700 | $37,450 | $21 | -16.6% | 200 |
| 44 | Idaho | $43,500 | $43,470 | $21 | -16.9% | 130 |
| 45 | Michigan | $42,060 | $40,100 | $20 | -19.7% | 310 |
Top-Paying Metro Areas
Highest median pay among 83 metro areas.
| # | Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fresno, CA | $68,540 | $63,560 | 40 |
| 2 | Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $64,070 | $58,300 | 580 |
| 3 | Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $63,030 | $59,820 | 60 |
| 4 | Reno, NV | $62,910 | $60,770 | 40 |
| 5 | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $62,610 | $69,280 | 80 |
| 6 | Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $61,880 | $57,470 | 320 |
| 7 | San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $61,820 | $60,920 | 230 |
| 8 | San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $61,010 | $55,430 | 80 |
| 9 | Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $60,740 | $58,430 | 150 |
| 10 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $60,360 | $59,260 | 180 |
Pay by Industry
Highest-paying industries employing motorcycle mechanicss (BLS OEWS, by median).
| # | Industry | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Retailers | $58,640 | $52,790 | — |
| 2 | Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance | $51,160 | $52,610 | 1,320 |
| 3 | Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers | $48,660 | $52,620 | 11,620 |
| 4 | Sectors 44 and 45 - Retail Trade | $48,660 | $52,610 | 11,670 |
| 5 | Other Motor Vehicle Dealers | $48,650 | $52,620 | 11,570 |
| 6 | Cross-Industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local | $48,580 | $52,370 | 13,510 |
| 7 | Cross-industry, Private Ownership only | $48,560 | $52,350 | 13,500 |
| 8 | Repair and Maintenance | $47,990 | $51,100 | 1,490 |
| 9 | Sector 81 - Other Services (except Public Administration) | $47,990 | $51,100 | 1,490 |
| 10 | Rental and Leasing Services | $43,710 | $42,220 | 70 |
| 11 | Sector 53 - Real Estate and Rental and Leasing | $43,710 | $42,220 | 70 |
| 12 | Rental and Leasing Services (5322, 5323, and 5324 only) | $43,710 | $42,220 | 70 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do motorcycle mechanics make in the U.S.?
The median motorcycle mechanics salary in the United States is $48,580 per year (mean $52,370), and about 80% earn between $34,770 and $74,400.
How much do motorcycle mechanics make per hour?
Roughly $25 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $52,370 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Which state pays motorcycle mechanics the most?
Oregon has the highest average pay for motorcycle mechanics at $64,460 per year (median $58,040).
What is the job outlook for motorcycle mechanics?
Employment is projected to change +5.3% from 2024 to 2034 (Faster than average), with about 1,500 openings per year.