Bus Drivers, School pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for bus drivers, school is $14.73 an hour ($30,640 a year). About 3,790 people work in this job there.
That is 36% lower than the U.S. median ($47,920). Mississippi ranks 49th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, school in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $8.98 | $18,680 |
| 25% of workers | $10.74 | $22,350 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.73 | $30,640 |
| 75% of workers | $18.91 | $39,320 |
| 90% of workers | $22.74 | $47,300 |
Bus Drivers, School pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $37,130 | 590 |
| Jackson | $36,310 | 750 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for bus drivers, school
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 56,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Light Truck Drivers | $38,140 |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance | $45,660 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $26,900 |
| School Bus Monitors | $23,500 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $51,820 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $35,480 |
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