How much does a bus driver make in Massachusetts?
$65,460a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Massachusetts. That is $31.47 an hour or $5,455 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.47
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,380Median: $65,460Highest 10%: $93,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,380 | $24.22 | |
| 25th | $58,650 | $28.20 | |
| Median | $65,460 | $31.47 | |
| 75th | $93,500 | $44.95 | |
| 90th | $93,500 | $44.95 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $70,120 |
| Springfield, MA | $65,770 |
| Worcester, MA | $60,470 |
| Providence, RI | $57,980 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $48,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 3. Hawaii | $68,500 |
| 4. California | $67,130 |
| 5. Oregon | $65,510 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $65,460 |
| 7. Maryland | $65,220 |
| 8. Illinois | $65,200 |
| 9. Alaska | $64,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $31.47 ($65,460 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $65,460 against $59,050 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for bus driver pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays bus drivers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $70,120 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.