Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity Salary in Rhode Island

$28,521 $92,558
10th pct Median: $53,813 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$28,521
25th Percentile$38,745
50th (Median)$53,813
75th Percentile$74,262
90th (Top Earners)$92,558
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Rhode Island median salary of $53,813 for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity has the purchasing power of approximately $44,547 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Rhode Island's higher cost of living (COL index: 120.8) 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 Rhode Island?
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Rhode Island earn a median annual salary of $53,813 per year ($25.87/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $51,250.
Is Rhode Island a good state for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity?
Rhode Island pays above the national average for bus drivers, transit and intercity, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Rhode Island is higher average (COL index: 120.8).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Rhode Island?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 120.8 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $53,813 salary in Rhode Island has the purchasing power of approximately $44,547 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Rhode Island reduce real purchasing power.
How does Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Radiologists $325,416
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
4 Neurologists $310,380
5 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
7 Psychiatrists $262,288
8 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity in Rhode Island

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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