Bus Drivers (School) Salary in Michigan
Bus Drivers (School) in Michigan earn a median of $46,380 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,380
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($47,920)
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,780
Pay range in Michigan
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,860; the top 10% earn over $54,500. Nationally the range is $29,240 to $65,730.
States ranked near Michigan
Similar jobs in Michigan
- Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity$47,660 median in Michigan
- Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs$36,330 median in Michigan
- Subway and Streetcar Operators$41,710 median in Michigan
- Passenger Attendants$40,250 median in Michigan
- Couriers and Messengers$37,940 median in Michigan
- Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians$31,770 median in Michigan
Bus Drivers (School) pay in Michigan
How much do bus drivers (school) make in Michigan?
The median is $46,380 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,860 and the top 10% earn over $54,500. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Michigan a good state for bus drivers (school)?
On pay alone it ranks 27 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $47,920). Living costs are not included.