Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic Salary
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics earn a median $47,880 a year nationally. Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
U.S. median
$47,880
$23.02 per hour
Range
$34,670 – $67,260
10th to 90th percentile
Employed
36,060
across the U.S.
▲2.8%
Pay trend: The median for outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics in the U.S. rose from $46,560 (May 2024) to $47,880 (May 2025). That roughly kept pace with inflation (2.4%).
What outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics do
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul small engines used to power lawn mowers, chain saws, recreational sporting equipment, and related equipment.
- Typical education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Moderate-term on-the-job training
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +2.3% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 3,800
- Self-employed
- 7%
Employment of outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics is projected to grow 2.3% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 3,800 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
Your take-home pay
$40,652
per year · effective tax rate 15.1%
$3,388Monthly
$1,694Twice a month
$1,564Every 2 weeks
$19.54Hourly
- Federal income tax$3,566
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,969
- Medicare (1.45%)$694
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$40,652
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $34,670 | $16.67 | $30,037 |
| 25th percentile | $40,670 | $19.55 | $34,858 |
| Median (50th) | $47,880 | $23.02 | $40,652 |
| 75th percentile | $58,560 | $28.15 | $49,233 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $67,260 | $32.34 | $56,147 |
Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanic salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | $60,190 | +18.8% | $50,543 | $43,370 – $70,850 | 50 |
| Hawaii | $58,110 | +10.0% | $45,985 | $39,430 – $75,710 | 210 |
| Massachusetts | $57,830 | +1.3% | $45,975 | $47,020 – $78,720 | 800 |
| New Hampshire | $57,610 | +13.8% | $48,470 | $44,810 – $77,770 | 210 |
| Nevada | $56,750 | +34.0% | $47,779 | $35,320 – $93,670 | 170 |
| Connecticut | $56,680 | +4.7% | $46,097 | $46,230 – $78,710 | 560 |
| Minnesota | $55,990 | +11.8% | $44,884 | $38,370 – $73,300 | 630 |
| Idaho | $55,320 | +11.8% | $44,806 | $39,330 – $81,640 | 190 |
| Missouri | $55,120 | +12.6% | $44,816 | $34,870 – $62,670 | 690 |
| Delaware | $54,230 | +13.1% | $43,421 | $40,560 – $73,020 | 80 |
| Washington | $53,990 | +3.3% | $45,561 | $42,410 – $76,030 | 590 |
| Colorado | $52,620 | +7.1% | $42,853 | $39,990 – $76,400 | 690 |
| Rhode Island | $52,160 | +2.6% | $42,751 | $40,740 – $82,040 | 100 |
| New Jersey | $52,000 | −6.7% | $42,637 | $44,600 – $72,310 | 660 |
| Vermont | $51,250 | +23.2% | $42,076 | $36,240 – $62,390 | 110 |
| Utah | $50,840 | +15.2% | $41,708 | $32,600 – $69,850 | 250 |
| California | $50,790 | +2.0% | $41,233 | $36,950 – $76,030 | 2,470 |
| New York | $50,640 | +6.0% | $40,732 | $36,020 – $67,650 | 1,480 |
| North Dakota | $50,540 | +2.5% | $42,789 | $41,630 – $60,900 | 190 |
| Oregon | $50,020 | +4.3% | $38,824 | $39,900 – $74,140 | 280 |
| Nebraska | $49,710 | +10.9% | $40,740 | $36,240 – $66,100 | 300 |
| Wisconsin | $48,140 | +2.8% | $39,523 | $37,040 – $63,530 | 1,020 |
| Maine | $47,960 | +0.2% | $38,660 | $37,620 – $72,330 | 300 |
| Montana | $47,880 | +2.4% | $39,158 | $35,360 – $63,020 | 190 |
| Florida | $47,840 | +6.1% | $40,619 | $35,640 – $65,220 | 3,450 |
| South Carolina | $47,510 | +8.1% | $38,661 | $31,770 – $70,050 | 660 |
| Virginia | $47,480 | +5.7% | $38,414 | $36,840 – $68,460 | 1,240 |
| North Carolina | $47,370 | +2.0% | $38,860 | $32,260 – $63,720 | 1,950 |
| Georgia | $47,360 | +10.6% | $38,399 | $33,060 – $62,800 | 1,620 |
| Indiana | $47,260 | +1.2% | $38,789 | $34,110 – $60,590 | 1,150 |
| Michigan | $46,730 | +3.9% | $37,992 | $34,110 – $61,090 | 1,860 |
| Arizona | $46,580 | +6.4% | $38,651 | $30,600 – $62,120 | 1,050 |
| Kansas | $46,540 | +5.2% | $37,778 | $34,080 – $58,370 | 170 |
| Pennsylvania | $46,270 | +3.9% | $37,937 | $33,990 – $71,720 | 1,590 |
| Illinois | $46,190 | +0.5% | $37,152 | $34,690 – $68,410 | 780 |
| Ohio | $46,110 | −0.2% | $38,744 | $29,780 – $60,850 | 1,480 |
| Tennessee | $46,060 | −0.2% | $39,189 | $28,400 – $64,180 | 1,200 |
| Iowa | $45,830 | +2.5% | $37,915 | $30,100 – $70,490 | 430 |
| Texas | $45,720 | −1.9% | $38,916 | $34,730 – $64,130 | 2,270 |
| Maryland | $45,630 | −6.1% | $37,040 | $38,130 – $66,850 | 440 |
| Louisiana | $43,200 | +2.3% | $35,981 | $31,970 – $66,040 | 260 |
| Alabama | $43,110 | +9.8% | $34,928 | $30,930 – $57,530 | 400 |
| Kentucky | $43,110 | +3.5% | $35,428 | $31,350 – $63,450 | 500 |
| Oklahoma | $42,630 | −5.0% | $35,060 | $30,230 – $62,340 | 380 |
| New Mexico | $42,520 | −1.5% | $35,484 | $26,020 – $55,800 | 110 |
| South Dakota | $41,580 | +2.1% | $35,590 | $34,770 – $57,660 | 160 |
| West Virginia | $39,210 | +3.2% | $32,613 | $29,820 – $51,640 | 130 |
| Mississippi | $37,900 | +3.2% | $31,849 | $30,470 – $52,260 | 150 |
| Arkansas | $37,610 | −0.4% | $31,146 | $28,150 – $58,200 | 390 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle Mechanic | $48,580 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +2.1% |
| Motorboat Mechanic and Service Technician | $57,550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.9% |
| Automotive Glass Installer and Repairer | $47,630 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.7% |
| Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic | $50,620 | Postsecondary nondegree award | +5.0% |
| Recreational Vehicle Service Technician | $52,000 | High school diploma or equivalent | +9.7% |
| Bicycle Repairer | $42,780 | High school diploma or equivalent | -5.7% |
| Automotive Body and Related Repairer | $54,890 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.7% |
| Farm Equipment Mechanic and Service Technician | $56,550 | High school diploma or equivalent | +10.7% |
| Tire Repairer and Changer | $37,710 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.4% |
| Bus and Truck Mechanic and Diesel Engine Specialist | $61,770 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.6% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanic make?
The national median salary for outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics is $47,880 a year ($23.02 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,670 and the top 10% earn over $67,260. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics the most?
Alaska has the highest median pay at $60,190.
How many outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics are there in the U.S.?
About 36,060 people work as outdoor power equipment and other small engine mechanics nationwide.