How much does a bus driver make in Virginia?
$50,190a year
Median yearly pay for bus drivers in Virginia. That is $24.13 an hour or $4,183 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.13
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,830Median: $50,190Highest 10%: $67,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,830 | $18.67 | |
| 25th | $46,340 | $22.28 | |
| Median | $50,190 | $24.13 | |
| 75th | $59,700 | $28.70 | |
| 90th | $67,060 | $32.24 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $57,610 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $50,190 |
| Richmond, VA | $49,370 |
| Kingsport, TN | $48,820 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $48,210 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $47,970 |
| Winchester, VA | $47,670 |
| Roanoke, VA | $46,380 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $46,260 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $45,950 |
| Staunton, VA | $45,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bus drivers.
| 15. Oregon | $51,270 |
| 16. New Hampshire | $50,990 |
| 17. North Dakota | $50,790 |
| 18. Virginia | $50,190 |
| 19. Illinois | $49,090 |
| 20. Minnesota | $48,940 |
| 21. Maine | $48,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bus driver make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $24.13 ($50,190 a year).
Do bus drivers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $50,190 against $47,920 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for bus driver pay?
Virginia ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays bus drivers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $57,610 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.