Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Central East New York

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

Median annual salary $39,900 -30.5% vs national
Median hourly $19.18
10th percentile $31,990
90th percentile $61,550
Employed locally 120
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,990
    25th
    $37,240
    50th (median)
    $39,900
    75th
    $48,220
    90th
    $61,550

    Top-paying metros for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity

    Metro areaMedian salary
    New York $82,420
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $81,400
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $80,870
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,440
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $78,220
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $77,130

    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
    Bus Drivers, School $49,040
    Light Truck Drivers $42,160
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $38,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make per hour in Central East New York?

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Central East New York is $19.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.17 or more per hour.

    Is Central East New York above or below average for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salaries?

    The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in Central East New York is 30.5% below the national median of $57,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Central East New York?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity (10th percentile) earn around $31,990 per year in Central East New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,240.