How much does a bus driver make in Hawaii?
$59,090a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Hawaii. That is $28.41 an hour or $4,924 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.41
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,760Median: $59,090Highest 10%: $73,970
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 25th | $48,490 | $23.31 | |
| Median | $59,090 | $28.41 | |
| 75th | $64,480 | $31.00 | |
| 90th | $73,970 | $35.56 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Honolulu, HI | $61,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 3. Connecticut | $61,520 |
| 4. California | $61,040 |
| 5. New Jersey | $59,430 |
| 6. Hawaii | $59,090 |
| 7. Rhode Island | $58,700 |
| 8. New York | $56,640 |
| 9. Vermont | $56,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $28.41 ($59,090 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $59,090 against $47,920 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for bus driver pay?
Hawaii ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays bus drivers the most?
Urban Honolulu, HI, with a median of $61,220 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.