How much does a bus driver make in Missouri?
$46,880a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Missouri. That is $22.54 an hour or $3,907 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.54
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,980Median: $46,880Highest 10%: $58,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,980 | $16.34 | |
| 25th | $39,430 | $18.96 | |
| Median | $46,880 | $22.54 | |
| 75th | $51,220 | $24.63 | |
| 90th | $58,730 | $28.24 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $48,110 |
| St. Louis, MO | $48,100 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $47,550 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $47,040 |
| Joplin, MO | $46,330 |
| Springfield, MO | $45,970 |
| Columbia, MO | $44,090 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $43,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 23. Nebraska | $47,760 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $47,760 |
| 25. Pennsylvania | $47,530 |
| 26. Missouri | $46,880 |
| 27. Michigan | $46,380 |
| 28. Iowa | $46,320 |
| 29. Idaho | $46,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $22.54 ($46,880 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $46,880 against $47,920 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Missouri rank for bus driver pay?
Missouri ranks 26 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays bus drivers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $48,110 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.