Bus Drivers (School) Salary in Missouri
Bus Drivers (School) in Missouri earn a median of $46,880 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,880
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($47,920)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,970
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,980; the top 10% earn over $58,730. Nationally the range is $29,240 to $65,730.
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- Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity$60,660 median in Missouri
- Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs$37,050 median in Missouri
- Subway and Streetcar Operators$53,030 median in Missouri
- Passenger Attendants$34,110 median in Missouri
- Couriers and Messengers$41,410 median in Missouri
- School Bus Monitors$34,220 median in Missouri
Bus Drivers (School) pay in Missouri
How much do bus drivers (school) make in Missouri?
The median is $46,880 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,980 and the top 10% earn over $58,730. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for bus drivers (school)?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 51 (−2% vs. the national median of $47,920). Living costs are not included.