How much does a Public Transit Bus Driver make in Charleston, SC? The average Public Transit Bus Driver salary in Charleston, SC is $44,034 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $38,312 and $49,776. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Public Transit Bus Driver

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Transdev - MINNEAPOLIS , MN
Description. Driver/Operator. We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in. MINNEAPLOIS, MN. As a key member, you wil
- 5 days ago
Description. Have you considered being a Transit Bus Driver in your community. Now's your chance. Get PAID to do what you love. $19 / hour. You can also join us
- 3 days ago
Transdev - FARGO , ND
Description. MATBUS DRIVER. We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in. Fargo, ND. As a key member, you will be ent
- 4 days ago
Transdev - SPRINGFIELD , OH
Description. We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Springfield, Ohio. As a key member, you will be entrusted w
- 6 days ago
Transdev - LAWRENCE , KS
Description. Driver/Operator. We are currently on the lookout for an experienced or new Bus Driver to join our elite team in. Lawrence, KS via KU/City Transit S
- 1 day ago
Ecco Ride - VIDALIA , LA
Looking for a job that helps the community you live in. Like having flexibility around your work schedule. Want to work for a company that genuinely values its
- 54 days ago

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
38312
49776
44034

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
38320
49802
44070
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Public Transit Bus Driver in Charleston, SC. The base salary for Public Transit Bus Driver ranges from $38,312 to $49,776 with the average base salary of $44,034. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,320 to $49,802 with the average total cash compensation of $44,070.

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About Charleston, South Carolina    Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Cha....More

Charleston, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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