Bus Drivers, School Salary in Central East New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central East New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,040 +4.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.58
10th percentile $38,020
90th percentile $61,640
Employed locally 1,100
National median $47,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,020
    25th
    $44,360
    50th (median)
    $49,040
    75th
    $56,510
    90th
    $61,640

    Top-paying metros for Bus Drivers, School

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $67,040
    Medford, OR $66,060
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $65,480
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $65,110
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $65,110
    Napa, CA $64,750

    Related occupations in Central East New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$38,820
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,600
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,540
    Light Truck Drivers$42,160
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$38,050
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$47,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus Drivers, School make per hour in Central East New York?

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, School in Central East New York is $23.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.45 or more per hour.

    Is Central East New York above or below average for Bus Drivers, School salaries?

    The median Bus Drivers, School salary in Central East New York is 4.3% above 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 Central East New York?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, School (10th percentile) earn around $38,020 per year in Central East New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,360.