Bus Driver Salary in Durham, NC
Median: $22.34/hour ($46,460/year) — $12,590 (21%) below the national median. Range: $45,000–$47,460.
Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bus Driver salary guide
The median Bus Driver salary in Durham, NC is $22.34/hour ($46,460/year) ($12,590 (21%) below the national median), with a typical range of $45,000–$47,460. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $22.34/hour ($46,460/year) | BLS |
| Range | $45,000–$47,460 | BLS |
Bus Driver Salary in Durham vs. National Average
National median: $59,050/yr. Durham is $12,590 (21%) below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).
Bus Driver pay in Durham, NC — common questions
- How much does a Bus Driver make in Durham, NC?
- The median Bus Driver salary in Durham, NC is $22.34/hour ($46,460/year) ($12,590 (21%) below the national median), with a typical range of $45,000–$47,460 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
- Is Durham a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
- At a $46,460 median, Durham is $12,590 (21%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $59,050. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
- How can I earn more as a Bus Driver in Durham?
- Target employers paying toward the $47,460 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Bus Driver openings in Durham and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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