Bus Drivers, School pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for bus drivers, school is $21.86 an hour ($45,470 a year). About 1,870 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($47,920). New Mexico ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, school in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.91 | $31,020 |
| 25% of workers | $18.27 | $37,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.86 | $45,470 |
| 75% of workers | $27.01 | $56,170 |
| 90% of workers | $31.32 | $65,140 |
Bus Drivers, School pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington | $46,260 | 180 |
| Albuquerque | $45,470 | 610 |
| Santa Fe | $40,760 | 40 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Light Truck Drivers | $42,360 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $34,970 |
| Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance | $43,960 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $45,610 |
| Crossing Guards and Flaggers | $31,460 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $50,500 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $29,770 |
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