Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $34.75 an hour ($72,280 a year). About 6,960 people work in this job there.
That is 22% higher than the U.S. median ($59,050). Washington ranks 2nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.69 | $55,520 |
| 25% of workers | $29.70 | $61,770 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.75 | $72,280 |
| 75% of workers | $44.80 | $93,180 |
| 90% of workers | $44.80 | $93,180 |
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $83,430 | 4,430 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $65,360 | 250 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $61,250 | 420 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | $64,760 |
| Light Truck Drivers | $49,070 |
| Bus Drivers, School | $63,370 |
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $44,660 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $73,750 |
| Passenger Attendants | $41,760 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $79,040 |
| Driver/Sales Workers | $41,570 |
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