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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cdl Bus Driver in North Dakota is $37,040 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.
However, a Cdl Bus Driver's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Cdl Bus Driver Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $40,064 | $3,339 | $770 | $19 |
| Average | $37,040 | $3,087 | $712 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,516 | $2,876 | $664 | $17 |
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South East Education Cooperative Consortium - Wyndmere, ND
A Cdl 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Cdl Bus 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Cdl Bus D... Level Cdl Bus Driver | $37,216 |
| Returns C... Level Cdl Bus Driver | $41,196 |
| Returns C... Level Cdl Bus Driver | $45,491 |
| Returns S... Level Cdl Bus Driver | $58,300 |
| Returns M... Level Cdl Bus Driver | $65,458 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Cdl Bus Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Cdl Bus Driver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cdl Bus Driver positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cdl Bus Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $44,448 | $21.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Cdl 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $40,064 | $3,339 | $770 | $19 |
| Average | $37,040 | $3,087 | $712 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,516 | $2,876 | $664 | $17 |
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South East Education Cooperative Consortium
, ND
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Grand Forks Public Schools District
Grand Forks, ND
Grand Forks Public Schools District | Grand Forks, ND
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Fargo, ND
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Bismarck, ND
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