Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $39,040 -32% vs national
Median hourly $18.77
10th percentile $37,790
90th percentile $52,560
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,790
    25th
    $37,790
    50th (median)
    $39,040
    75th
    $45,970
    90th
    $52,560

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $37,480
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $56,460
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,460
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $46,970
    Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants $34,200
    Light Truck Drivers $43,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Central Oregon is $18.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.27 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salaries?

    The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in Central Oregon is 32% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity (10th percentile) earn around $37,790 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,790.