Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $38,510 -33% vs national
Median hourly $18.52
10th percentile $37,300
90th percentile $39,040
Employed locally 100
National median $57,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,300
    25th
    $37,300
    50th (median)
    $38,510
    75th
    $38,510
    90th
    $39,040

    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 Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$38,510
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,290
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$38,280
    Bus Drivers, School$47,780
    Light Truck Drivers$40,470
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$54,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Southwest New York is $18.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in Southwest New York is 33% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity (10th percentile) earn around $37,300 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,300.