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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$48,740
Median Annual Salary
▼
-0.7% vs 2024
$49,040
Mean Salary
$48,740
Median Salary
$23.43
Hourly Rate
11,600 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas earn a median salary of $48,740 per year ($4,061/month).
This is 8.9% below the national average of $53,520.
Texas ranks #33 out of 51 states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay.
Approximately 11,600 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries decreased by 0.7% 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 Texas
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas range from $37,290 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $64,890 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $42,610 and $56,120.
Median $48,740
P10: $37,290P25: $42,610P75: $56,120P90: $64,890
10th
$37,290
25th
$42,610
Median
$48,740
75th
$56,120
90th
$64,890
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,290
$17.93
$3,107
25th Percentile
$42,610
$20.49
$3,550
Median (50th)
$48,740
$23.43
$4,061
75th Percentile
$56,120
$26.98
$4,676
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$64,890
$31.20
$5,407
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,040 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#33
Texas ranks #33 of 51 states
$53,520
National avg. for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Texas?
The median annual salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas is $48,740 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,040.
What is the salary range for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas?
Salaries for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas range from $37,290 at the 10th percentile to $64,890 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $42,610 and $56,120.
What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas?
Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity positions in Texas typically start around $37,290 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $42,610 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,600 people are employed as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Texas is approximately $23.43 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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