Bus Driver Salary in Los Angeles, CA

Median: $68,020/year — $8,970 (15%) above the national median. Range: $54,130–$76,040.

Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bus Driver salary guide

The median Bus Driver salary in Los Angeles, CA is $68,020/year ($8,970 (15%) above the national median), with a typical range of $54,130–$76,040. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$68,020/yearBLS
Range$54,130–$76,040BLS
### Key facts for Bus Driver in Los Angeles Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Bus Driver Salary in Los Angeles vs. National Average

25th Pct (Los Angeles) $54,130
Median (Los Angeles) $68,020
75th Pct (Los Angeles) $76,040

National median: $59,050/yr. Los Angeles is $8,970 (15%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).

Bus Driver pay in Los Angeles, CA — common questions

How much does a Bus Driver make in Los Angeles, CA?
The median Bus Driver salary in Los Angeles, CA is $68,020/year ($8,970 (15%) above the national median), with a typical range of $54,130–$76,040 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Los Angeles a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
At a $68,020 median, Los Angeles is $8,970 (15%) above 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 Los Angeles?
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