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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$65,460
Median Annual Salary
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+4.1% vs 2024
$70,760
Mean Salary
$65,460
Median Salary
$31.47
Hourly Rate
3,970 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $65,460 per year ($5,455/month).
This is 22.3% above the national average of $53,520.
Massachusetts ranks #6 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 3,970 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 4.1% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts range from $50,380 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $93,500 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $58,650 and $93,500.
Median $65,460
P10: $50,380P25: $58,650P75: $93,500P90: $93,500
10th
$50,380
25th
$58,650
Median
$65,460
75th
$93,500
90th
$93,500
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$50,380
$24.22
$4,198
25th Percentile
$58,650
$28.20
$4,887
Median (50th)
$65,460
$31.47
$5,455
75th Percentile
$93,500
$44.95
$7,791
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$93,500
$44.95
$7,791
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,760 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#6
Massachusetts ranks #6 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts is $65,460 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,760.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts range from $50,380 at the 10th percentile to $93,500 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $58,650 and $93,500.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Massachusetts typically start around $50,380 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $58,650 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,970 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Massachusetts is approximately $31.47 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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