How much does a bus driver make in Massachusetts?
$65,170a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Massachusetts. That is $31.33 an hour or $5,431 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.33
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,530Median: $65,170Highest 10%: $71,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,530 | $21.41 | |
| 25th | $54,780 | $26.34 | |
| Median | $65,170 | $31.33 | |
| 75th | $69,320 | $33.33 | |
| 90th | $71,980 | $34.61 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Springfield, MA | $65,730 |
| Worcester, MA | $65,640 |
| Boston, MA | $65,170 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $61,330 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $60,270 |
| Providence, RI | $59,320 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $55,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 1. Massachusetts | $65,170 |
| 2. Washington | $63,370 |
| 3. Connecticut | $61,520 |
| 4. California | $61,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $31.33 ($65,170 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $65,170 against $47,920 nationally, 36% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for bus driver pay?
Massachusetts ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays bus drivers the most?
Springfield, MA, with a median of $65,730 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.