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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Arizona
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Arizona?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$53,870
Median Annual Salary
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+10.7% vs 2024
$55,180
Mean Salary
$53,870
Median Salary
$25.90
Hourly Rate
3,240 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Arizona
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona earn a median salary of $53,870 per year ($4,489/month).
This is 0.7% above the national average of $53,520.
Arizona ranks #22 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 3,240 people work in this occupation across Arizona.
Salaries increased by 10.7% 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 Arizona
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona range from $39,350 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $72,140 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,620 and $59,230.
Median $53,870
P10: $39,350P25: $45,620P75: $59,230P90: $72,140
10th
$39,350
25th
$45,620
Median
$53,870
75th
$59,230
90th
$72,140
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,350
$18.92
$3,279
25th Percentile
$45,620
$21.93
$3,801
Median (50th)
$53,870
$25.90
$4,489
75th Percentile
$59,230
$28.48
$4,935
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$72,140
$34.68
$6,011
Note: The mean (average) salary of $55,180 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#22
Arizona ranks #22 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Arizona?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona is $53,870 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $55,180.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona range from $39,350 at the 10th percentile to $72,140 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,620 and $59,230.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Arizona typically start around $39,350 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,620 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,240 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Arizona is approximately $25.90 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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