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

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Utah Median
$50,730
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.39
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-14% vs US median
US median $59,050
State Rank
#27 of 51
1,230 employed here

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

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Utah take home a median of $50,730 annually — roughly $24.39 an hour — which runs 14% below the national median of $59,050.

Within Utah, entry-level pay starts around $41,600 while the top 10% make $60,250 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $46,730 and $58,620 a year.

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary range in Utah

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$41,600$20.00
25th percentile (early career)$46,730$22.47
50th percentile (median)$50,730$24.39
75th percentile (experienced)$58,620$28.18
90th percentile (top earners)$60,250$28.97

How Utah compares

Utah ranks 27th 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 Utah

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 Utah pay ($50,730) 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 Utah?
The median Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in Utah is $50,730 per year, or about $24.39 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $41,600 at the entry level to $60,250 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Utah pay compare to the national average?
Utah pays Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity about 14% less than the national median of $59,050. Utah ranks 27th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Utah a good state for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $50,730 a year. About 1,230 Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity are employed in Utah. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Utah?
The highest-paying occupations in Utah include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($437,170), Radiologist ($417,250), General Internal Medicine Physician ($331,720), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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