Bus Driver Salary in Richmond, VA
Median: $50,270/year — $8,780 (15%) below the national median. Range: $50,270–$64,540.
Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bus Driver salary guide
The median Bus Driver salary in Richmond, VA is $50,270/year ($8,780 (15%) below the national median), with a typical range of $50,270–$64,540. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $50,270/year | BLS |
| Range | $50,270–$64,540 | BLS |
Bus Driver Salary in Richmond vs. National Average
National median: $59,050/yr. Richmond is $8,780 (15%) below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Richmond, VA metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).
Bus Driver pay in Richmond, VA — common questions
- How much does a Bus Driver make in Richmond, VA?
- The median Bus Driver salary in Richmond, VA is $50,270/year ($8,780 (15%) below the national median), with a typical range of $50,270–$64,540 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
- Is Richmond a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
- At a $50,270 median, Richmond is $8,780 (15%) 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 Richmond?
- Target employers paying toward the $64,540 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Bus Driver openings in Richmond and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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