Bus Drivers, School Salary in Augusta, GA-SC

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC

Median annual salary $31,760 -32.5% vs national
Median hourly $15.27
10th percentile $16,060
90th percentile $43,800
Employed locally 860
National median $47,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,060
    25th
    $19,290
    50th (median)
    $31,760
    75th
    $43,800
    90th
    $43,800

    Augusta economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,628 2023 • Census ACS
    Bus Drivers, School salary vs area income 48% Median Bus Drivers, School salary is 52% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus Drivers, School make per hour in Augusta?

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, School in Augusta, GA-SC is $15.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.82 or more per hour.

    Is Augusta above or below average for Bus Drivers, School salaries?

    The median Bus Drivers, School salary in Augusta, GA-SC is 32.5% below the national median of $47,040. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bus Drivers, School in Augusta?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, School (10th percentile) earn around $16,060 per year in Augusta, GA-SC. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $19,290.