What are the main factors that influence a School 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 School Driver's salary?

A School Driver's salary grows with experience: starting around $38,197 for beginners, reaching about $40,012 at mid-level, and approach $40,475 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a School Driver?

School Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for School Driver roles are District of Columbia $42,669, California $42,508, Massachusetts $41,941. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of School Driver roles make?

Salaries for School Driver level roles vary by specialization: PeopleMover Driver: $50,904; Tanker Driver: $48,100; Tanker Truck Driver: $48,022; Forklift Driver: $42,802; Shuttle Driver II: $41,122.

School Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a School Driver make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a School Driver in Delaware is $39,028 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,547
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,987 to $42,964
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,219

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School Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,964	$3,580	$826	$21
Average	$39,028	$3,252	$751	$19
25th Percentile	$35,987	$2,999	$692	$17

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Key Factors That Influence School Driver Salaries

A School 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 Experience Level Affects School Driver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a School Driver's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $38,197
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,738
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,012
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,185
Expert (over 8 years): $40,475

Levels	Salary
Entry Level School Driver	$38,197
Intermediate Level School Driver	$38,738
Senior Level School Driver	$40,012
Specialist Level School Driver	$40,185
Expert Level School Driver	$40,475

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How Do School 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 School Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,669.
California: $42,508.
Massachusetts: $41,941.

District of Columbia $42,669 California $42,508 Massachusetts $41,941 Washington $41,787 New Jersey $41,772 Alaska $41,718 Connecticut $41,186 New York $40,970

Hawaii $40,280 Rhode Island $39,956 Maryland $39,737 Minnesota $39,436 Colorado $39,321 Illinois $39,282 Oregon $39,136 Delaware $39,028

New Hampshire $38,960 Virginia $38,808 Pennsylvania $38,365 Nevada $38,141 North Dakota $38,068 Michigan $37,952 Wisconsin $37,910 Vermont $37,825

Texas $37,590 Maine $37,575 Arizona $37,552 Ohio $37,525 Georgia $37,170 Indiana $36,993 Wyoming $36,958 Utah $36,904

Iowa $36,881 Kansas $36,696 Louisiana $36,642 North Carolina $36,623 Missouri $36,615 Florida $36,465 Montana $36,384 Nebraska $36,307

Kentucky $36,264 South Carolina $36,110 Tennessee $36,014 Idaho $35,975 New Mexico $35,694 Oklahoma $35,632 Alabama $35,405 South Dakota $35,024

Arkansas $34,815 West Virginia $34,704 Mississippi $34,368

Top Paying Cities for School 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: $38,852
Little Creek: $39,136
Magnolia: $39,080

Lincoln, DE $38,852 Little Creek, DE $39,136 Magnolia, DE $39,080 Milford, DE $38,951 Marydel, DE $39,015 Millsboro, DE $38,689 Millville, DE $38,749 Milton, DE $38,816

Nassau, DE $38,844 Ocean View, DE $38,742 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,816 Seaford, DE $38,838 Selbyville, DE $38,678 Smyrna, DE $39,163 Viola, DE $38,983 Woodside, DE $39,088

Bear, DE $38,998 Newark, DE $38,983 Claymont, DE $39,063 Delaware City, DE $39,022 Hockessin, DE $38,979 Kirkwood, DE $39,015 Middletown, DE $39,030 Montchanin, DE $38,988

New Castle, DE $38,994 Odessa, DE $39,049 Port Penn, DE $39,075 Rockland, DE $38,992 Saint Georges, DE $39,017 Townsend, DE $39,077 Winterthur, DE $38,997 Lewes, DE $38,831

Wilmington, DE $38,981 Dover, DE $39,136 Dover Afb, DE $38,930 Bethany Beach, DE $38,701 Bethel, DE $38,741 Bridgeville, DE $38,833 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,026 Cheswold, DE $39,124

Clayton, DE $39,125 Dagsboro, DE $38,674 Delmar, DE $38,612 Ellendale, DE $38,729 Felton, DE $38,947 Fenwick Island, DE $38,683 Frankford, DE $38,615 Frederica, DE $38,986

Georgetown, DE $38,660 Greenwood, DE $38,839 Harbeson, DE $38,701 Harrington, DE $38,898 Hartly, DE $39,019 Houston, DE $38,843 Kenton, DE $39,127 Laurel, DE $38,636

Yorklyn, DE $38,991

School Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For School Driver roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, School Driver positions in Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view School Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a School Driver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$42,930	$21.0	10%

School Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a School 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.

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$35,987

Average $39,028/year

$42,964

$2,999

Average $3,252/month

$3,580

$692

Average $751/week

$826

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,964	$3,580	$826	$21
Average	$39,028	$3,252	$751	$19
25th Percentile	$35,987	$2,999	$692	$17

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