Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $24.69 an hour ($51,360 a year). About 4,710 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($59,050). Pennsylvania ranks 26th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.20 | $37,860 |
| 25% of workers | $20.92 | $43,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.69 | $51,360 |
| 75% of workers | $30.61 | $63,670 |
| 90% of workers | $36.81 | $76,560 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $60,750 | 350 |
| Pittsburgh | $59,720 | 1,410 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $58,870 | 200 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $53,020 | 1,830 |
| Johnstown | $52,440 | 120 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $49,310 | 260 |
| York-Hanover | $46,760 | 320 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $58,580 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $44,120 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $47,530 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $34,230 |
| School Bus Monitors | $35,290 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $83,610 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $82,460 |
| Passenger Attendants | $33,000 |
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