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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Alabama
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Alabama?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,700
Median Annual Salary
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+1.1% vs 2024
$39,700
Mean Salary
$37,700
Median Salary
$18.12
Hourly Rate
960 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Alabama
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama earn a median salary of $37,700 per year ($3,141/month).
This is 29.6% below the national average of $53,520.
Alabama ranks #50 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 960 people work in this occupation across Alabama.
Salaries increased by 1.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.88
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Active Listening
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.12
Service Orientation
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.51
Customer and Personal Service
4.35
Public Safety and Security
4.03
English Language
3.41
Law and Government
3.06
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(83.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama range from $29,640 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $46,680 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,990 and $45,950.
Median $37,700
P10: $29,640P25: $35,990P75: $45,950P90: $46,680
10th
$29,640
25th
$35,990
Median
$37,700
75th
$45,950
90th
$46,680
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$29,640
$14.25
$2,470
25th Percentile
$35,990
$17.30
$2,999
Median (50th)
$37,700
$18.12
$3,141
75th Percentile
$45,950
$22.09
$3,829
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$46,680
$22.44
$3,890
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,700 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#50
Alabama ranks #50 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Alabama?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama is $37,700 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $39,700.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama range from $29,640 at the 10th percentile to $46,680 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,990 and $45,950.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Alabama typically start around $29,640 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,990 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 960 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Alabama is approximately $18.12 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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