Bus Drivers, School Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,240 +4.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.68
10th percentile $22,290
90th percentile $76,270
Employed locally 1,000
National median $47,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,290
    25th
    $37,120
    50th (median)
    $49,240
    75th
    $62,400
    90th
    $76,270

    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 Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,140
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,990
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $54,580
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $45,340
    Light Truck Drivers $39,680
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $41,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, School in Central Indiana is $23.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.34 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bus Drivers, School salary in Central Indiana is 4.7% 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 Indiana?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, School (10th percentile) earn around $22,290 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,120.