How much does a bus driver make in Nebraska?
$47,760a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Nebraska. That is $22.96 an hour or $3,980 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.96
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,800Median: $47,760Highest 10%: $58,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,800 | $17.69 | |
| 25th | $39,550 | $19.01 | |
| Median | $47,760 | $22.96 | |
| 75th | $56,370 | $27.10 | |
| 90th | $58,340 | $28.05 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $55,760 |
| Omaha, NE | $50,850 |
| Sioux City, IA | $48,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 20. Minnesota | $48,940 |
| 21. Maine | $48,640 |
| 22. Indiana | $48,020 |
| 23. Nebraska | $47,760 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $47,760 |
| 25. Pennsylvania | $47,530 |
| 26. Missouri | $46,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $22.96 ($47,760 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $47,760 against $47,920 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for bus driver pay?
Nebraska ranks 23 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays bus drivers the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $55,760 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.