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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Idaho
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Idaho?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,000
Median Annual Salary
▲
+12.7% vs 2024
$49,420
Mean Salary
$49,000
Median Salary
$23.56
Hourly Rate
520 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Idaho
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho earn a median salary of $49,000 per year ($4,083/month).
This is 8.4% below the national average of $53,520.
Idaho ranks #30 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 520 people work in this occupation across Idaho.
Salaries increased by 12.7% 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 Idaho
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho range from $39,460 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $62,530 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $44,500 and $55,440.
Median $49,000
P10: $39,460P25: $44,500P75: $55,440P90: $62,530
10th
$39,460
25th
$44,500
Median
$49,000
75th
$55,440
90th
$62,530
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,460
$18.97
$3,288
25th Percentile
$44,500
$21.39
$3,708
Median (50th)
$49,000
$23.56
$4,083
75th Percentile
$55,440
$26.65
$4,620
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$62,530
$30.06
$5,210
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,420 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#30
Idaho ranks #30 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Idaho?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho is $49,000 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,420.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho range from $39,460 at the 10th percentile to $62,530 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $44,500 and $55,440.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Idaho typically start around $39,460 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $44,500 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 520 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Idaho is approximately $23.56 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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