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Data current as of August 2026 · sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET
Average base salary, District of Columbia
$58,000 / year
≈ $4,850 per month · $27.88 per hour
BLS May 2025 state data for District of Columbia · median $57,500
25th percentile
$57,500Average
$58,00075th percentile
$59,500
$57,500Average
$58,00075th percentile
$59,500
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by state
Alabama$41,000
Alaska$67,500
Arizona$57,000
Arkansas$41,500
California$69,500
Colorado$64,000
Connecticut$61,500
Delaware$58,000
District of Columbia$58,000
Florida$53,500
Georgia$50,500
Hawaii$64,500
Idaho$51,000
Illinois$70,000
Indiana$57,500
Iowa$48,000
Kansas$42,500
Kentucky$51,500
Louisiana$49,500
Maine$57,500
Maryland$70,500
Massachusetts$73,000
Michigan$51,000
Minnesota$55,000
Mississippi$40,000
Missouri$56,500
Montana$48,500
Nebraska$48,000
Nevada$70,500
New Hampshire$57,000
New Jersey$64,000
New Mexico$44,500
New York$77,000
North Carolina$46,000
North Dakota$51,500
Ohio$60,500
Oklahoma$53,000
Oregon$69,000
Pennsylvania$56,000
Rhode Island$54,000
South Carolina$43,000
South Dakota$43,000
Tennessee$53,500
Texas$51,000
Utah$53,500
Vermont$57,000
Virginia$56,500
Washington$76,000
West Virginia$43,000
Wisconsin$55,500
Wyoming$53,000
About this role
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity is a professional role within the function in the Transportation and Material Moving job family.
Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.
What Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercitys do
Typical education: High School Diploma
- Drive vehicles over specified routes or to specified destinations according to time schedules, complying with traffic regulations to ensure that passengers have a smooth and safe ride.
- Park vehicles at loading areas so that passengers can board.
- Inspect vehicles and check gas, oil, and water levels prior to departure.
- Announce stops to passengers.
- Assist passengers, such as elderly or individuals with disabilities, on and off bus, ensure they are seated properly, help carry baggage, and answer questions about bus schedules or routes.
Top skills: Operation and Control Operations Monitoring Time Management Service Orientation Critical Thinking Active Listening
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay by experience level
Entry level$41,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$49,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$61,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$73,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$87,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+4.3%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
20,900
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by industry
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
95,340 workers
$67,500Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
87,530 workers
$66,500Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
56,310 workers
$56,000Urban Transit Systems
27,240 workers
$60,000Charter Bus Industry
13,070 workers
$53,000Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation
8,610 workers
$51,500State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
7,810 workers
$73,000Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
5,530 workers
$50,500Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation
2,190 workers
$53,000Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Land
2,150 workers
$53,000National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pays 9% below the average across 53 roles in the Transportation and Material Moving job family (family average $69,000).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make?
The average base salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in the United States is $62,500 per year, or about $30.05 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $49,000 and $73,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Transportation and Material Moving roles?
The Transportation and Material Moving job family averages $69,000 across 53 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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