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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Ohio
Ranked #14 of 51 · OH
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bus drivers, transit and intercitys in Ohio earn between $40,660 and $74,270. 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 Ohio is $58,310, about 3.3% below the U.S. average ($60,280). That works out to roughly $28/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Ohio
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | $73,790 | $65,090 | 700 |
| Akron, OH | $70,000 | $57,120 | 360 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $67,420 | $57,760 | 270 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $56,110 | $54,880 | 1,060 |
| Cleveland, OH | $52,610 | $59,620 | 1,510 |
| Youngstown-Warren, OH | $48,030 | $48,740 | 60 |
| Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $45,690 | $48,680 | 50 |
| Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $40,890 | $40,450 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make in Ohio?
The median bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in Ohio is $62,760 per year (mean $58,310), and about 80% earn between $40,660 and $74,270.
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make per hour in Ohio?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,310 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Ohio a high-paying state for bus drivers, transit and intercity?
Ohio ranks #14 of 51 states for bus drivers, transit and intercity pay. Its mean salary of $58,310 is about 3.3% below the U.S. average of $60,280.
Which metro areas in Ohio pay bus drivers, transit and intercity the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Ohio for bus drivers, transit and intercity are Columbus, OH ($73,790), Akron, OH ($70,000), Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH ($67,420), by median annual wage.