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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$65,200
Median Annual Salary
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-6.8% vs 2024
$67,480
Mean Salary
$65,200
Median Salary
$31.35
Hourly Rate
8,650 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois earn a median salary of $65,200 per year ($5,433/month).
This is 21.8% above the national average of $53,520.
Illinois ranks #8 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 8,650 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries decreased by 6.8% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois range from $47,270 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $85,990 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $57,430 and $85,990.
Median $65,200
P10: $47,270P25: $57,430P75: $85,990P90: $85,990
10th
$47,270
25th
$57,430
Median
$65,200
75th
$85,990
90th
$85,990
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$47,270
$22.73
$3,939
25th Percentile
$57,430
$27.61
$4,785
Median (50th)
$65,200
$31.35
$5,433
75th Percentile
$85,990
$41.34
$7,165
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$85,990
$41.34
$7,165
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,480 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#8
Illinois ranks #8 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois is $65,200 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,480.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois range from $47,270 at the 10th percentile to $85,990 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $57,430 and $85,990.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Illinois typically start around $47,270 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $57,430 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,650 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Illinois is approximately $31.35 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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