Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,630 -10.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.82
10th percentile $47,300
90th percentile $62,550
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,300
    25th
    $51,630
    50th (median)
    $51,630
    75th
    $55,290
    90th
    $62,550

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $38,790
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $48,980
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $35,970
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $61,400
    Light Truck Drivers $39,530
    Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels $60,900

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in South Florida is $24.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.07 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in South Florida is 10.1% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity (10th percentile) earn around $47,300 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,630.