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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Florida
Ranked #29 of 51 · FL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bus drivers, transit and intercitys in Florida earn between $37,070 and $71,380. 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 Florida is $51,700, about 14.2% below the U.S. average ($60,280). That works out to roughly $25/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Florida
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $51,790 | $54,010 | 1,820 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $48,300 | $55,110 | 3,620 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $48,120 | $51,770 | 590 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $46,830 | $49,020 | 1,180 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL | $46,790 | $46,400 | 210 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $45,330 | $49,240 | 260 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $44,760 | $42,300 | 240 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $41,030 | $44,250 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make in Florida?
The median bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in Florida is $48,300 per year (mean $51,700), and about 80% earn between $37,070 and $71,380.
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make per hour in Florida?
Roughly $25 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $51,700 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Florida a high-paying state for bus drivers, transit and intercity?
Florida ranks #29 of 51 states for bus drivers, transit and intercity pay. Its mean salary of $51,700 is about 14.2% below the U.S. average of $60,280.
Which metro areas in Florida pay bus drivers, transit and intercity the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Florida for bus drivers, transit and intercity are Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL ($51,790), Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL ($48,300), Jacksonville, FL ($48,120), by median annual wage.