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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Florida
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Florida?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$48,300
Median Annual Salary
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+3.6% vs 2024
$51,700
Mean Salary
$48,300
Median Salary
$23.22
Hourly Rate
9,130 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Florida
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida earn a median salary of $48,300 per year ($4,025/month).
This is 9.8% below the national average of $53,520.
Florida ranks #35 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 9,130 people work in this occupation across Florida.
Salaries increased by 3.6% 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 Florida
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida range from $37,070 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $71,380 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $44,060 and $61,350.
Median $48,300
P10: $37,070P25: $44,060P75: $61,350P90: $71,380
10th
$37,070
25th
$44,060
Median
$48,300
75th
$61,350
90th
$71,380
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,070
$17.82
$3,089
25th Percentile
$44,060
$21.18
$3,671
Median (50th)
$48,300
$23.22
$4,025
75th Percentile
$61,350
$29.50
$5,112
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$71,380
$34.32
$5,948
Note: The mean (average) salary of $51,700 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#35
Florida ranks #35 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Florida?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida is $48,300 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $51,700.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida range from $37,070 at the 10th percentile to $71,380 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $44,060 and $61,350.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Florida typically start around $37,070 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $44,060 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 9,130 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Florida is approximately $23.22 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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