Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $31.50 an hour ($65,510 a year). About 2,620 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($59,050). Oregon ranks 5th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.64 | $47,100 |
| 25% of workers | $27.69 | $57,600 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.50 | $65,510 |
| 75% of workers | $38.55 | $80,170 |
| 90% of workers | $39.00 | $81,110 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $80,170 | 2,130 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $65,510 | 290 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $61,980 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $47,150 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $51,270 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $37,310 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $79,130 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $41,080 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $34,870 |
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