Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,410 -29.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.43
10th percentile $38,080
90th percentile $51,190
Employed locally 100
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,080
    25th
    $40,060
    50th (median)
    $40,410
    75th
    $40,410
    90th
    $51,190

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,320
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,310
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,960
    Light Truck Drivers $46,690
    Driver/Sales Workers $31,850
    Bus Drivers, School $46,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Maryland is $19.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in Maryland is 29.6% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity (10th percentile) earn around $38,080 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,060.