Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $28.08 an hour ($58,410 a year). About 2,130 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($59,050). Indiana ranks 17th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.82 | $45,380 |
| 25% of workers | $22.93 | $47,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.08 | $58,410 |
| 75% of workers | $29.56 | $61,480 |
| 90% of workers | $30.28 | $62,970 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $61,470 | 960 |
| Evansville | $49,430 | 70 |
| Michigan City-La Porte | $46,910 | 30 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for bus drivers, transit and intercity
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 21,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $60,290 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $44,560 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $48,020 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $32,780 |
| School Bus Monitors | $33,590 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $81,260 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $92,790 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $36,250 |
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