How much does a bus driver make in Monroe?
$50,060a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in the Monroe, LA metro area. That is $24.07 an hour or $4,172 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.07
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 91 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,150Median: $50,060Highest 10%: $54,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,150 | $14.50 | |
| 25th | $50,060 | $24.07 | |
| Median | $50,060 | $24.07 | |
| 75th | $50,060 | $24.07 | |
| 90th | $54,390 | $26.15 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for bus drivers.
| New Orleans, LA | $47,570 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $39,520 |
| Slidell, LA | $33,620 |
| Houma, LA | $29,510 |
| Lafayette, LA | $29,130 |
| Shreveport, LA | $27,240 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $24,930 |
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Salaries for every job in Monroe, LAFrequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Monroe?
The median hourly pay in the Monroe, LA metro area is $24.07 ($50,060 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Monroe than the national average?
Yes: $50,060 against $47,920 nationally, 4% more.
How does Monroe compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $29,450, so Monroe pays 70% more.
Where does Monroe rank for bus driver pay?
91 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a bus driver make starting out in Monroe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $54,390 or more.
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.