Bus Driver Salary in Philadelphia, PA
Median: $53,020/year — $6,030 (10%) below the national median. Range: $43,640–$65,710.
Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bus Driver salary guide
The median Bus Driver salary in Philadelphia, PA is $53,020/year ($6,030 (10%) below the national median), with a typical range of $43,640–$65,710. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $53,020/year | BLS |
| Range | $43,640–$65,710 | BLS |
Bus Driver Salary in Philadelphia vs. National Average
National median: $59,050/yr. Philadelphia is $6,030 (10%) below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).
Bus Driver pay in Philadelphia, PA — common questions
- How much does a Bus Driver make in Philadelphia, PA?
- The median Bus Driver salary in Philadelphia, PA is $53,020/year ($6,030 (10%) below the national median), with a typical range of $43,640–$65,710 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
- Is Philadelphia a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
- At a $53,020 median, Philadelphia is $6,030 (10%) 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 Philadelphia?
- Target employers paying toward the $65,710 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Bus Driver openings in Philadelphia and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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