Bus Drivers (School) Salary in California
Bus Drivers (School) in California earn a median of $61,040 a year, +27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,040
- vs. U.S. median
- +27% ($47,920)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 16,600
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,870; the top 10% earn over $73,680. Nationally the range is $29,240 to $65,730.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity$67,130 median in California
- Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs$44,730 median in California
- Subway and Streetcar Operators$78,680 median in California
- Passenger Attendants$43,340 median in California
- Couriers and Messengers$44,970 median in California
- Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians$36,150 median in California
Bus Drivers (School) pay in California
How much do bus drivers (school) make in California?
The median is $61,040 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,870 and the top 10% earn over $73,680. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for bus drivers (school)?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+27% vs. the national median of $47,920). Living costs are not included.