Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Connecticut (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Connecticut, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Connecticut Median
$60,100
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.89
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+2% vs US median
US median $59,050
State Rank
#16 of 51
1,830 employed here

How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Connecticut?

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity working in Connecticut earn a median salary of $60,100 per year, or about $28.89 per hour. That is 2% above the national median of $59,050 for this occupation.

Within Connecticut, entry-level pay starts around $44,130 while the top 10% make $75,040 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $49,120 and $75,040 a year.

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary range in Connecticut

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$44,130$21.22
25th percentile (early career)$49,120$23.62
50th percentile (median)$60,100$28.89
75th percentile (experienced)$75,040$36.08
90th percentile (top earners)$75,040$36.08

How Connecticut compares

Connecticut ranks 16th out of 51 states and territories for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New York$84,480
2Washington$72,280
3Hawaii$68,500
4California$67,130
5Oregon$65,510

Working as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Connecticut

Nationally, about 159,000 people work as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Connecticut pay ($60,100) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in Connecticut?
The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in Connecticut is $60,100 per year, or about $28.89 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,130 at the entry level to $75,040 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Connecticut pay compare to the national average?
Connecticut pays Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity about 2% more than the national median of $59,050. Connecticut ranks 16th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Connecticut a good state for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity?
Yes on pay — Connecticut pays above the national median for this occupation, at $60,100 a year. About 1,830 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity are employed in Connecticut. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Connecticut?
The highest-paying occupations in Connecticut include Cardiologist ($488,940), Anesthesiologist ($481,820), Orthodontist ($478,680), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.