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Bus Drivers, School

Median Salary
45,660
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.

What sectors do they work in?

State and local government

61%

Private for profit

32%

Private not for profit

5%

Self-employed

2%

Federal Government

0%

What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$17,620

10%

$45,660

Median

$58,530

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

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Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

No data available for this section.


What knowledge should you bring to the table?

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What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

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What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.