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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Michigan
Ranked #36 of 51 · MI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bus drivers, transit and intercitys in Michigan earn between $38,020 and $65,710. 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 Michigan is $49,340, about 18.1% below the U.S. average ($60,280). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Michigan
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor, MI | $65,370 | $60,760 | 280 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI | $50,900 | $48,550 | 510 |
| Flint, MI | $47,660 | $44,710 | 260 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI | $47,460 | $46,890 | 980 |
| Midland, MI | $47,050 | $50,200 | 110 |
| Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $44,650 | $46,570 | 140 |
| Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $42,500 | $42,450 | 90 |
| Upper Peninsula of Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $40,840 | $39,920 | 120 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make in Michigan?
The median bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in Michigan is $47,660 per year (mean $49,340), and about 80% earn between $38,020 and $65,710.
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make per hour in Michigan?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $49,340 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Michigan a high-paying state for bus drivers, transit and intercity?
Michigan ranks #36 of 51 states for bus drivers, transit and intercity pay. Its mean salary of $49,340 is about 18.1% below the U.S. average of $60,280.
Which metro areas in Michigan pay bus drivers, transit and intercity the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Michigan for bus drivers, transit and intercity are Ann Arbor, MI ($65,370), Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI ($50,900), Flint, MI ($47,660), by median annual wage.