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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$67,130
Median Annual Salary
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+7.5% vs 2024
$66,930
Mean Salary
$67,130
Median Salary
$32.27
Hourly Rate
24,380 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California earn a median salary of $67,130 per year ($5,594/month).
This is 25.4% above the national average of $53,520.
California ranks #4 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 24,380 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 7.5% 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 California
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California range from $48,600 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $90,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $55,540 and $76,920.
Median $67,130
P10: $48,600P25: $55,540P75: $76,920P90: $90,810
10th
$48,600
25th
$55,540
Median
$67,130
75th
$76,920
90th
$90,810
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,600
$23.37
$4,050
25th Percentile
$55,540
$26.70
$4,628
Median (50th)
$67,130
$32.27
$5,594
75th Percentile
$76,920
$36.98
$6,410
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$90,810
$43.66
$7,567
Note: The mean (average) salary of $66,930 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#4
California ranks #4 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in California?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California is $67,130 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $66,930.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California range from $48,600 at the 10th percentile to $90,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $55,540 and $76,920.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in California typically start around $48,600 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $55,540 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 24,380 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in California is approximately $32.27 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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