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Bus Drivers, School Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, School make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$61,040
Median Annual Salary
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+4.7% vs 2024
$60,520
Mean Salary
$61,040
Median Salary
$29.35
Hourly Rate
16,600 people work as Bus Drivers, School in California
Bus Drivers, School salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, School in California earn a median salary of $61,040 per year ($5,086/month).
This is 28.2% above the national average of $47,621.
California ranks #4 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, School pay.
Approximately 16,600 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 4.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Bus Drivers, School
Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.
Salaries for Bus Drivers, School in California range from $45,870 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $73,680 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,110 and $70,570.
Median $61,040
P10: $45,870P25: $51,110P75: $70,570P90: $73,680
10th
$45,870
25th
$51,110
Median
$61,040
75th
$70,570
90th
$73,680
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,870
$22.05
$3,822
25th Percentile
$51,110
$24.57
$4,259
Median (50th)
$61,040
$29.35
$5,086
75th Percentile
$70,570
$33.93
$5,880
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$73,680
$35.42
$6,140
Note: The mean (average) salary of $60,520 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Bus Drivers, School make in California?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, School in California is $61,040 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $60,520.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, School in California?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, School in California range from $45,870 at the 10th percentile to $73,680 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,110 and $70,570.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, School in California?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, School positions in California typically start around $45,870 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,110 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, School in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 16,600 people are employed as Bus Drivers, School in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, School in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, School in California is approximately $29.35 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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