Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.
Bus Drivers, School
SOC: 53-3051 O*NET: 53-3051.00
Median Salary
$47,040
per year
Job Growth
📉 0.2%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
61
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$28,224
25th
$37,632
50th (Median)
$47,040
75th
$56,448
90th
$70,560
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:387,300
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+0.2%
Annual Openings:61,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)387,300
Current
2034 (Projected)388,200
+0.2%
+900
Employment Change
+0.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Coordination
Coordination
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Transportation
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
English Language
✓
Mechanical
✓
Law and Government
✓
Geography
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year