Bus Driver Salary in Sacramento, CA
Median: $70,680/year — $11,630 (20%) above the national median. Range: $49,800–$70,680.
Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Bus Driver salary guide
The median Bus Driver salary in Sacramento, CA is $70,680/year ($11,630 (20%) above the national median), with a typical range of $49,800–$70,680. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median | $70,680/year | BLS |
| Range | $49,800–$70,680 | BLS |
Bus Driver Salary in Sacramento vs. National Average
National median: $59,050/yr. Sacramento is $11,630 (20%) above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).
Bus Driver pay in Sacramento, CA — common questions
- How much does a Bus Driver make in Sacramento, CA?
- The median Bus Driver salary in Sacramento, CA is $70,680/year ($11,630 (20%) above the national median), with a typical range of $49,800–$70,680 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
- Is Sacramento a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
- At a $70,680 median, Sacramento is $11,630 (20%) 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 Sacramento?
- Target employers paying toward the $70,680 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Bus Driver openings in Sacramento and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.
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