CO · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 53-3051

Bus Drivers, School Salary in Colorado

Median Annual Salary $49,490 +5% above national average (national: $47,040)
$51,280Mean Annual
$24Median Hourly
3,720Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$49,490
$37,890
10th pct.
$61,980
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$37,890$18.21
25th percentile$44,440$21.37
50th percentile (median)$49,490$23.79
75th percentile$59,730$28.72
90th percentile (top earners)$61,980$29.80
Mean (average)$51,280$24.66

How Colorado Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. Colorado
Colorado (current) $49,490
Massachusetts $63,030 +27%
Washington $60,250 +22%
Connecticut $59,340 +20%
New Jersey $59,140 +19%
California $58,280 +18%
New York $56,510 +14%
District of Columbia $54,450 +10%
Oregon $52,090 +5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Bus Drivers, School salary in Colorado?

The mean bus drivers, school salary in Colorado is $51,280 per year. The median (middle) salary is $49,490 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Bus Drivers, School in Colorado?

Entry-level bus drivers, schools (10th percentile) in Colorado typically earn around $37,890 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $44,440 per year.

What is the highest Bus Drivers, School salary in Colorado?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Colorado make approximately $61,980 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $59,730 per year.

How does the Colorado Bus Drivers, School salary compare to the national average?

The median bus drivers, school salary in Colorado is $49,490, which is +5% above national average of $47,040.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes