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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in North Carolina
Ranked #43 of 51 · NC
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bus drivers, transit and intercitys in North Carolina earn between $35,610 and $57,330. 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 North Carolina is $44,670, about 25.9% below the U.S. average ($60,280). That works out to roughly $21/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh-Cary, NC | $46,800 | $49,670 | 410 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill, NC | $46,460 | $47,930 | 560 |
| Greensboro-High Point, NC | $44,060 | $44,380 | 350 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $42,830 | $44,100 | 800 |
| Central North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $35,970 | $39,080 | 60 |
| Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $35,570 | $35,620 | 150 |
| Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area | $34,930 | $38,890 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make in North Carolina?
The median bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in North Carolina is $44,060 per year (mean $44,670), and about 80% earn between $35,610 and $57,330.
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make per hour in North Carolina?
Roughly $21 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $44,670 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is North Carolina a high-paying state for bus drivers, transit and intercity?
North Carolina ranks #43 of 51 states for bus drivers, transit and intercity pay. Its mean salary of $44,670 is about 25.9% below the U.S. average of $60,280.
Which metro areas in North Carolina pay bus drivers, transit and intercity the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in North Carolina for bus drivers, transit and intercity are Raleigh-Cary, NC ($46,800), Durham-Chapel Hill, NC ($46,460), Greensboro-High Point, NC ($44,060), by median annual wage.