Bus Drivers (School) Salary in New York
Bus Drivers (School) in New York earn a median of $56,640 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $56,640
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($47,920)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 38,320
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,270; the top 10% earn over $76,070. Nationally the range is $29,240 to $65,730.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity$84,480 median in New York
- Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs$44,160 median in New York
- Passenger Attendants$41,590 median in New York
- Couriers and Messengers$38,740 median in New York
- Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians$37,230 median in New York
- School Bus Monitors$36,910 median in New York
Bus Drivers (School) pay in New York
How much do bus drivers (school) make in New York?
The median is $56,640 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,270 and the top 10% earn over $76,070. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for bus drivers (school)?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 51 (+18% vs. the national median of $47,920). Living costs are not included.