How much does a bus driver make in Hawaii?
$68,500a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Hawaii. That is $32.93 an hour or $5,708 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.93
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,870Median: $68,500Highest 10%: $68,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,870 | $22.53 | |
| 25th | $57,190 | $27.50 | |
| Median | $68,500 | $32.93 | |
| 75th | $68,500 | $32.93 | |
| 90th | $68,500 | $32.93 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $68,500 |
| Kahului, HI | $61,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 1. New York | $84,480 |
| 2. Washington | $72,280 |
| 3. Hawaii | $68,500 |
| 4. California | $67,130 |
| 5. Oregon | $65,510 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $65,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $32.93 ($68,500 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $68,500 against $59,050 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for bus driver pay?
Hawaii ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays bus drivers the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $68,500 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.