Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $29.16 an hour ($60,660 a year). About 1,860 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($59,050). Missouri ranks 14th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.76 | $39,030 |
| 25% of workers | $22.54 | $46,870 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.16 | $60,660 |
| 75% of workers | $29.40 | $61,140 |
| 90% of workers | $32.23 | $67,040 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $61,080 | 1,110 |
| Kansas City | $59,360 | 680 |
| Jefferson City | $43,980 | 50 |
| Springfield | $39,600 | 0 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $54,550 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $45,500 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $46,880 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $37,050 |
| School Bus Monitors | $34,220 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $78,820 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $68,030 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $40,200 |
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