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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Maine
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Maine?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$57,870
Median Annual Salary
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+8.8% vs 2024
$55,450
Mean Salary
$57,870
Median Salary
$27.82
Hourly Rate
470 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Maine
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine earn a median salary of $57,870 per year ($4,822/month).
This is 8.1% above the national average of $53,520.
Maine ranks #18 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 470 people work in this occupation across Maine.
Salaries increased by 8.8% 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 Maine
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine range from $45,180 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $63,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,670 and $63,360.
Median $57,870
P10: $45,180P25: $47,670P75: $63,360P90: $63,360
10th
$45,180
25th
$47,670
Median
$57,870
75th
$63,360
90th
$63,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,180
$21.72
$3,765
25th Percentile
$47,670
$22.92
$3,972
Median (50th)
$57,870
$27.82
$4,822
75th Percentile
$63,360
$30.46
$5,280
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$63,360
$30.46
$5,280
Note: The mean (average) salary of $55,450 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#18
Maine ranks #18 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Maine?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine is $57,870 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $55,450.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine range from $45,180 at the 10th percentile to $63,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,670 and $63,360.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Maine typically start around $45,180 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,670 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 470 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maine is approximately $27.82 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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