How much does a bus driver make in Mississippi?
$38,570a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Mississippi. That is $18.54 an hour or $3,214 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.54
- Vs. national median
- -35%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,210Median: $38,570Highest 10%: $44,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,210 | $14.52 | |
| 25th | $35,790 | $17.21 | |
| Median | $38,570 | $18.54 | |
| 75th | $43,980 | $21.14 | |
| 90th | $44,630 | $21.46 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $47,580 |
| Jackson, MS | $38,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 46. South Dakota | $41,590 |
| 47. Kansas | $41,340 |
| 48. West Virginia | $39,260 |
| 49. Mississippi | $38,570 |
| 50. Alabama | $37,700 |
| 51. Arkansas | $37,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $18.54 ($38,570 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $38,570 against $59,050 nationally, 35% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for bus driver pay?
Mississippi ranks 49 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays bus drivers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $47,580 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.