As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bus Aide in the US is $48,397, equivalent to $23 per hour, $931 weekly, or $4,033 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bus Aide in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Bus Aide in the US vary widely, spanning from $38,992 to $55,945. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,474) and 75th percentile ($52,348), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,945 per year. This $8,874 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Logistics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Bus Aide often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 67 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Bus Aide Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bus Aide Salary $38,992 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bus Aide Salary $43,474 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bus Aide Salary $48,397 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bus Aide Salary $52,348 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bus Aide Salary $55,945 US July 01, 2026
25% $43,474 10% $38,992 90% $55,945 75% $52,348 $48,397 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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