Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in West Virginia

In West Virginia, the median pay for bus drivers, transit and intercity is $18.87 an hour ($39,260 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.

$18.87Median hourly pay
$37,960–$46,560Middle half of workers, yearly
520People in this job in West Virginia

That is 34% lower than the U.S. median ($59,050). West Virginia ranks 48th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.

Pay range for bus drivers, transit and intercity in West Virginia

Earns more thanHourlyYearly
10% of workers$14.77$30,710
25% of workers$18.25$37,960
Half of workers (median)$18.87$39,260
75% of workers$22.39$46,560
90% of workers$23.76$49,430

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity pay in West Virginia metro areas

Metro areaMedian yearly payPeople in this job
Huntington-Ashland$49,43060

West Virginia unemployment rate: 4% (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 West Virginia

JobMedian yearly pay
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$49,480
Bus Drivers, School$33,360
Light Truck Drivers$38,860
Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs$27,950
Driver/Sales Workers$28,790

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.