Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in District of Columbia

$35,855 $116,358
10th pct Median: $67,650 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$35,855
25th Percentile$48,708
50th (Median)$67,650
75th Percentile$93,357
90th (Top Earners)$116,358
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The District of Columbia median salary of $67,650 for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity has the purchasing power of approximately $43,900 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

District of Columbia's higher cost of living (COL index: 154.1) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity make in District of Columbia?
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in District of Columbia earn a median annual salary of $67,650 per year ($32.52/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $51,250.
Is District of Columbia a good state for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity?
District of Columbia pays above the national average for bus drivers, transit and intercity, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in District of Columbia is higher average (COL index: 154.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in District of Columbia?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 154.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $67,650 salary in District of Columbia has the purchasing power of approximately $43,900 in Missouri. Higher living costs in District of Columbia reduce real purchasing power.
How does District of Columbia compare to neighboring states for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in District of Columbia

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $409,094
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $404,210
3 Neurologists $390,192
4 Surgeons, All Other $388,766
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $358,882
6 Psychiatrists $329,733
7 Physicians, Pathologists $321,974
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $321,209
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in District of Columbia

Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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