New York Median
$84,480
per year
Hourly Rate
$40.62
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+43% vs US median
US median $59,050
State Rank
#1 of 51
16,770 employed here
How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in New York?
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in New York take home a median of $84,480 annually — roughly $40.62 an hour — which runs 43% above the national median of $59,050.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $57,610 while the top 10% make $84,700 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $64,590 and $84,700 a year.
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $57,610 | $27.70 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $64,590 | $31.05 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $84,480 | $40.62 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $84,700 | $40.72 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $84,700 | $40.72 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in other states
Washington $72,280Hawaii $68,500California $67,130Oregon $65,510Massachusetts $65,460Maryland $65,220Illinois $65,200Alaska $64,150Colorado $63,010Ohio $62,760Nevada $61,700New Jersey $61,140Missouri $60,660Delaware $60,510Connecticut $60,100Indiana $58,410Maine $57,870District of Columbia $55,580New Hampshire $54,830Kentucky $54,550Arizona $53,870Vermont $53,830Virginia $52,940Wisconsin $52,660Pennsylvania $51,360Utah $50,730Oklahoma $50,300Minnesota $50,200Idaho $49,000North Dakota $48,890Louisiana $48,860Texas $48,740Rhode Island $48,610Florida $48,300Tennessee $47,770Michigan $47,660Iowa $45,890Montana $45,640Wyoming $45,630New Mexico $45,610Georgia $45,500Nebraska $45,120North Carolina $44,060South Carolina $43,330South Dakota $41,590Kansas $41,340West Virginia $39,260Mississippi $38,570Alabama $37,700Arkansas $37,520
Working as Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in New York
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 New York pay ($84,480) 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 New York?
The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in New York is $84,480 per year, or about $40.62 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $57,610 at the entry level to $84,700 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity about 43% more than the national median of $59,050. New York ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $84,480 a year. About 16,770 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.