Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity
Role Overview
Drive bus or motor coach, including regular route operations, charters, and private carriage. May assist passengers with baggage. May collect fares or tickets.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| New York | $82,420 |
| Washington | $70,360 |
| Illinois | $69,950 |
| Maryland | $69,440 |
| Hawaii | $69,090 |
| Oregon | $62,900 |
| Massachusetts | $62,870 |
| California | $62,430 |
| Alaska | $62,300 |
| New Jersey | $62,200 |
| Colorado | $61,310 |
| Connecticut | $56,870 |
| Ohio | $54,360 |
| Missouri | $54,090 |
| New Hampshire | $53,990 |
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Median Annual Salary
$57,440
Projected Growth (10yr)
+4.3%
Avg. annual openings
20.9k
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