How much does a bus driver make in Alaska?
$64,150a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Alaska. That is $30.84 an hour or $5,346 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.84
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,960Median: $64,150Highest 10%: $76,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,960 | $22.58 | |
| 25th | $63,450 | $30.50 | |
| Median | $64,150 | $30.84 | |
| 75th | $67,050 | $32.24 | |
| 90th | $76,230 | $36.65 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $63,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 6. Massachusetts | $65,460 |
| 7. Maryland | $65,220 |
| 8. Illinois | $65,200 |
| 9. Alaska | $64,150 |
| 10. Colorado | $63,010 |
| 11. Ohio | $62,760 |
| 12. Nevada | $61,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $30.84 ($64,150 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $64,150 against $59,050 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Alaska rank for bus driver pay?
Alaska ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays bus drivers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $63,450 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.