Bus Driver Salary in San Francisco, CA

Median: $78,900/year — $19,850 (34%) above the national median. Range: $61,150–$94,940.

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

The median Bus Driver salary in San Francisco, CA is $78,900/year ($19,850 (34%) above the national median), with a typical range of $61,150–$94,940. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$78,900/yearBLS
Range$61,150–$94,940BLS
### Key facts for Bus Driver in San Francisco Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Bus Driver Salary in San Francisco vs. National Average

25th Pct (San Francisco) $61,150
Median (San Francisco) $78,900
75th Pct (San Francisco) $94,940

National median: $59,050/yr. San Francisco is $19,850 (34%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro area (SOC 53-3052, Bus Driver).

Bus Driver pay in San Francisco, CA — common questions

How much does a Bus Driver make in San Francisco, CA?
The median Bus Driver salary in San Francisco, CA is $78,900/year ($19,850 (34%) above the national median), with a typical range of $61,150–$94,940 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is San Francisco a strong pay market for Bus Drivers?
At a $78,900 median, San Francisco is $19,850 (34%) 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 San Francisco?
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