How much does a bus driver make in Missouri?
$60,660a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Missouri. That is $29.16 an hour or $5,055 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.16
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,030Median: $60,660Highest 10%: $67,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,030 | $18.76 | |
| 25th | $46,870 | $22.53 | |
| Median | $60,660 | $29.16 | |
| 75th | $61,140 | $29.39 | |
| 90th | $67,040 | $32.23 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $61,080 |
| Kansas City, MO | $59,360 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $43,980 |
| Springfield, MO | $39,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 11. Ohio | $62,760 |
| 12. Nevada | $61,700 |
| 13. New Jersey | $61,140 |
| 14. Missouri | $60,660 |
| 15. Delaware | $60,510 |
| 16. Connecticut | $60,100 |
| 17. Indiana | $58,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $29.16 ($60,660 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $60,660 against $59,050 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Missouri rank for bus driver pay?
Missouri ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays bus drivers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $61,080 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.