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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$63,010
Median Annual Salary
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+2.8% vs 2024
$61,830
Mean Salary
$63,010
Median Salary
$30.29
Hourly Rate
3,540 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado earn a median salary of $63,010 per year ($5,250/month).
This is 17.7% above the national average of $53,520.
Colorado ranks #10 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 3,540 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries increased by 2.8% 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 Colorado
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado range from $50,870 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $71,090 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $55,610 and $66,840.
Median $63,010
P10: $50,870P25: $55,610P75: $66,840P90: $71,090
10th
$50,870
25th
$55,610
Median
$63,010
75th
$66,840
90th
$71,090
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$50,870
$24.46
$4,239
25th Percentile
$55,610
$26.74
$4,634
Median (50th)
$63,010
$30.29
$5,250
75th Percentile
$66,840
$32.13
$5,570
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$71,090
$34.18
$5,924
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,830 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#10
Colorado ranks #10 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Colorado?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado is $63,010 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,830.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado range from $50,870 at the 10th percentile to $71,090 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $55,610 and $66,840.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Colorado typically start around $50,870 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $55,610 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,540 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Colorado is approximately $30.29 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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