Bus Drivers, School Salary (2025)
Based on 402,930 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,240 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $38,650 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $47,920 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $58,430 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $65,730 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$39K
Median
$48K
75th
$58K
90th
$66K
Highest Paying States for Bus Drivers, School
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $62,940 |
| Massachusetts | $61,210 |
| California | $60,520 |
| New Jersey | $58,470 |
| Hawaii | $57,920 |
| New York | $57,140 |
| North Dakota | $56,990 |
| Rhode Island | $56,620 |
| Connecticut | $56,240 |
| Oregon | $55,260 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Bus Drivers, School salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $62,940 per year, while Oregon has an average of $55,260 — a difference of $7,680. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Bus Drivers, School
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 402,930 workers were employed as Bus Drivers, Schools in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $48,430 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-3051