Bus Drivers, School Salary in Lawrence, KS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lawrence, KS

Median annual salary $45,120 -4.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.69
10th percentile $37,890
90th percentile $47,270
Employed locally 150
National median $47,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,890
    25th
    $45,120
    50th (median)
    $45,120
    75th
    $45,120
    90th
    $47,270

    Lawrence economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,756 2023 • Census ACS
    Bus Drivers, School salary vs area income 66% Median Bus Drivers, School salary is 34% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, School in Lawrence, KS is $21.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bus Drivers, School salary in Lawrence, KS is 4.1% 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 Lawrence?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, School (10th percentile) earn around $37,890 per year in Lawrence, KS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,120.