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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Pennsylvania
Ranked #24 of 51 · PA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of bus drivers, transit and intercitys in Pennsylvania earn between $37,860 and $76,560. 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 Pennsylvania is $54,260, about 10% below the U.S. average ($60,280). That works out to roughly $26/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $60,750 | $59,160 | 350 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $59,720 | $61,750 | 1,410 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA | $58,870 | $53,540 | 200 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $53,020 | $55,410 | 1,830 |
| Johnstown, PA | $52,440 | $53,040 | 120 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA | $49,310 | $50,070 | 260 |
| York-Hanover, PA | $46,760 | $48,410 | 320 |
| Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $45,880 | $44,540 | 200 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make in Pennsylvania?
The median bus drivers, transit and intercity salary in Pennsylvania is $51,360 per year (mean $54,260), and about 80% earn between $37,860 and $76,560.
How much do bus drivers, transit and intercity make per hour in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $26 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $54,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Pennsylvania a high-paying state for bus drivers, transit and intercity?
Pennsylvania ranks #24 of 51 states for bus drivers, transit and intercity pay. Its mean salary of $54,260 is about 10% below the U.S. average of $60,280.
Which metro areas in Pennsylvania pay bus drivers, transit and intercity the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Pennsylvania for bus drivers, transit and intercity are Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ ($60,750), Pittsburgh, PA ($59,720), Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA ($58,870), by median annual wage.