Bus Drivers, School Salary in Modesto, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Modesto, CA

Median annual salary $62,480 +32.8% vs national
Median hourly $30.04
10th percentile $48,530
90th percentile $67,200
Employed locally 180
National median $47,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,530
    25th
    $50,750
    50th (median)
    $62,480
    75th
    $65,680
    90th
    $67,200

    Modesto economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,661 2023 • Census ACS
    Bus Drivers, School salary vs area income 78% Median Bus Drivers, School salary is 22% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, School in Modesto, CA is $30.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.89 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bus Drivers, School salary in Modesto, CA is 32.8% 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 Modesto?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, School (10th percentile) earn around $48,530 per year in Modesto, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,750.