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Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$44,730
Median Annual Salary
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+7.5% vs 2024
$46,500
Mean Salary
$44,730
Median Salary
$21.50
Hourly Rate
29,940 people work as Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California
Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California earn a median salary of $44,730 per year ($3,727/month).
This is 22.5% above the national average of $36,527.
California ranks #3 out of 51 states for Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs pay.
Approximately 29,940 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 7.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs
Drive a motor vehicle to transport passengers on a planned or scheduled basis. May collect a fare. Includes nonemergency medical transporters and hearse drivers.
Salary Range: Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California
Salaries for Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California range from $35,240 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,750 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $37,330 and $50,660.
Median $44,730
P10: $35,240P25: $37,330P75: $50,660P90: $61,750
10th
$35,240
25th
$37,330
Median
$44,730
75th
$50,660
90th
$61,750
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$35,240
$16.94
$2,936
25th Percentile
$37,330
$17.95
$3,110
Median (50th)
$44,730
$21.50
$3,727
75th Percentile
$50,660
$24.36
$4,221
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$61,750
$29.69
$5,145
Note: The mean (average) salary of $46,500 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs make in California?
The median annual salary for Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California is $44,730 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $46,500.
What is the salary range for a Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California?
Salaries for Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California range from $35,240 at the 10th percentile to $61,750 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $37,330 and $50,660.
What is the starting salary for a Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California?
Entry-level Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs positions in California typically start around $35,240 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $37,330 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 29,940 people are employed as Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs in California is approximately $21.50 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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