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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in California
Ranked #7 of 51 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bus drivers, transit and intercitys in California earn between $48,600 and $90,810. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in California is $66,930, about 11% above the U.S. average ($60,280). That works out to roughly $32/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $78,900 | $76,190 | 5,540 |
| Salinas, CA | $71,290 | $69,690 | 180 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $70,680 | $59,880 | 810 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $68,020 | $65,950 | 10,140 |
| Fresno, CA | $62,170 | $58,450 | — |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $61,290 | $59,770 | 1,720 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $60,320 | $60,000 | 180 |
| Napa, CA | $59,560 | $54,430 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make in California?
The median bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in California is $67,130 per year (mean $66,930), and about 80% earn between $48,600 and $90,810.
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make per hour in California?
Roughly $32 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $66,930 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for bus drivers, transit and intercity?
California ranks #7 of 51 states for bus drivers, transit and intercity pay. Its mean salary of $66,930 is about 11% above the U.S. average of $60,280.
Which metro areas in California pay bus drivers, transit and intercity the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for bus drivers, transit and intercity are San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($78,900), Salinas, CA ($71,290), Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA ($70,680), by median annual wage.