What are the main factors that influence a BUS DRIVER's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A BUS DRIVER's salary?

A BUS DRIVER's salary grows with experience: a BUS DRIVER (0-0 years)earns $51,864, a Limousine Chauffeur I (0-1 years)earns $36,683, a Limousine Chauffeur II (1-3 years)earns $43,066, a Limousine Chauffeur III (3-5 years)earns $65,381,

What are the highest paying states for a BUS DRIVER?

BUS DRIVER salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for BUS DRIVER roles are District of Columbia $51,983, California $51,786, Massachusetts $51,096. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of BUS DRIVER roles make?

Salaries for BUS DRIVER level roles vary by specialization: Trainee Bus Driver: $51,712; Activity Bus Driver: $51,548; Substitute Bus Driver: $51,053; Shuttle Bus Driver: $50,903; Municipal Bus Driver: $50,902.

BUS DRIVER Salary in Delaware

How much does a BUS DRIVER make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a BUS DRIVER in Delaware is $47,546 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a BUS DRIVER's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,546
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,283 to $54,351
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,670

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BUS DRIVER Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,351	$4,529	$1,045	$26
Average	$47,546	$3,962	$914	$23
25th Percentile	$40,283	$3,357	$775	$19

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Key Factors That Influence BUS DRIVER Salaries

A BUS DRIVER's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do BUS DRIVER Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract BUS DRIVERs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,983.
California: $51,786.
Massachusetts: $51,096.

District of Columbia $51,983 California $51,786 Massachusetts $51,096 Washington $50,908 New Jersey $50,889 Alaska $50,824 Connecticut $50,176 New York $49,913

Hawaii $49,072 Rhode Island $48,678 Maryland $48,410 Minnesota $48,044 Colorado $47,903 Illinois $47,856 Oregon $47,678 Delaware $47,546

New Hampshire $47,464 Virginia $47,279 Pennsylvania $46,739 Nevada $46,467 North Dakota $46,377 Michigan $46,237 Wisconsin $46,185 Vermont $46,082

Texas $45,795 Maine $45,776 Arizona $45,748 Ohio $45,715 Georgia $45,283 Indiana $45,067 Wyoming $45,025 Utah $44,960

Iowa $44,931 Kansas $44,706 Louisiana $44,640 North Carolina $44,617 Missouri $44,607 Florida $44,424 Montana $44,326 Nebraska $44,232

Kentucky $44,180 South Carolina $43,992 Tennessee $43,875 Idaho $43,828 New Mexico $43,485 Oklahoma $43,410 Alabama $43,133 South Dakota $42,668

Arkansas $42,415 West Virginia $42,279 Mississippi $41,870

Top Paying Cities for BUS DRIVERs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $49,209
Little Creek: $48,753
Magnolia: $48,955

Lincoln, DE $49,209 Little Creek, DE $48,753 Magnolia, DE $48,955 Milford, DE $49,209 Marydel, DE $48,570 Millsboro, DE $49,209 Millville, DE $49,537 Milton, DE $49,209

Nassau, DE $49,209 Ocean View, DE $49,537 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,537 Seaford, DE $48,692 Selbyville, DE $49,537 Smyrna, DE $48,514 Viola, DE $48,955 Woodside, DE $48,814

Bear, DE $48,157 Newark, DE $48,176 Claymont, DE $48,213 Delaware City, DE $48,176 Hockessin, DE $48,213 Kirkwood, DE $48,176 Middletown, DE $48,415 Montchanin, DE $48,213

New Castle, DE $48,213 Odessa, DE $48,481 Port Penn, DE $48,044 Rockland, DE $48,213 Saint Georges, DE $48,176 Townsend, DE $48,410 Winterthur, DE $48,213 Lewes, DE $49,209

Wilmington, DE $48,213 Dover, DE $48,730 Dover Afb, DE $48,842 Bethany Beach, DE $49,537 Bethel, DE $48,692 Bridgeville, DE $49,209 Camden Wyoming, DE $48,781 Cheswold, DE $48,617

Clayton, DE $48,495 Dagsboro, DE $49,537 Delmar, DE $48,692 Ellendale, DE $49,209 Felton, DE $49,209 Fenwick Island, DE $49,537 Frankford, DE $49,537 Frederica, DE $49,209

Georgetown, DE $49,209 Greenwood, DE $49,209 Harbeson, DE $49,209 Harrington, DE $49,209 Hartly, DE $48,471 Houston, DE $49,209 Kenton, DE $48,495 Laurel, DE $48,692

Yorklyn, DE $48,213

BUS DRIVER Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a BUS DRIVER's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$40,283

Average $47,546/year

$54,351

$3,357

Average $3,962/month

$4,529

$775

Average $914/week

$1,045

$19

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,351	$4,529	$1,045	$26
Average	$47,546	$3,962	$914	$23
25th Percentile	$40,283	$3,357	$775	$19

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