Bus Drivers, School Salary in Virginia
In Virginia, bus drivers, schools earn $48,600 at the median — $23.36 an hour. The range runs from $36K at the entry level to $65K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Virginia. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $49K get you in Virginia?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Virginia
Entry-level bus drivers, schools (10th percentile) start around $36K. Mid-career wages sit at $49K. Top earners bring in $65K or more, a $30K spread from bottom to top.
Bus Drivers, School salary by metro in Virginia
9 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $49K | +0% | 2,610 |
| Richmond | $48K | -2% | 1,940 |
| Lynchburg | $46K | -5% | 530 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford | $46K | -6% | 280 |
| Charlottesville | $46K | -6% | 430 |
| Winchester | $45K | -7% | 310 |
| Harrisonburg | $45K | -7% | 220 |
| Roanoke | $40K | -18% | 510 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft | $32K | -35% | 200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bus drivers, schools make in Virginia?
The median is $48,600 a year, that works out to about $23 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $35,880, and experienced bus drivers, schools can clear $65,420. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $49K enough to live in Virginia?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,234/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,646/month, which eats 50.9% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bus drivers, school salary go in Virginia?
Virginia has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bus drivers, school salary is worth about $51,271 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bus drivers, schools get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.