MN · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 53-3051

Bus Drivers, School Salary in Minnesota

Median Annual Salary $49,600 +5% above national average (national: $47,040)
$49,940Mean Annual
$24Median Hourly
10,860Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$49,600
$38,040
10th pct.
$59,280
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$38,040$18.29
25th percentile$46,760$22.48
50th percentile (median)$49,600$23.84
75th percentile$53,570$25.75
90th percentile (top earners)$59,280$28.50
Mean (average)$49,940$24.01

How Minnesota Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. Minnesota
Minnesota (current) $49,600
Massachusetts $63,030 +27%
Washington $60,250 +21%
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 Minnesota?

The mean bus drivers, school salary in Minnesota is $49,940 per year. The median (middle) salary is $49,600 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

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

Entry-level bus drivers, schools (10th percentile) in Minnesota typically earn around $38,040 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $46,760 per year.

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

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Minnesota make approximately $59,280 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $53,570 per year.

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

The median bus drivers, school salary in Minnesota is $49,600, 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