Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $23.49 an hour ($48,860 a year). About 1,490 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($59,050). Louisiana ranks 32nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.04 | $33,360 |
| 25% of workers | $17.83 | $37,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.49 | $48,860 |
| 75% of workers | $30.50 | $63,440 |
| 90% of workers | $31.09 | $64,660 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie | $48,860 | 930 |
| Monroe | $36,950 | 210 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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 Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $49,320 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $39,440 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $29,450 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $30,640 |
| School Bus Monitors | $25,250 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $64,200 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $36,290 |
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