How much does a School Bus Driver make in Dayton, OH? The average School Bus Driver salary in Dayton, OH is $37,077 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $29,928 and $45,186. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

School Bus Driver Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile School Bus Driver Salary $23,420 Dayton,OH February 26, 2024
25th Percentile School Bus Driver Salary $29,928 Dayton,OH February 26, 2024
50th Percentile School Bus Driver Salary $37,077 Dayton,OH February 26, 2024
75th Percentile School Bus Driver Salary $45,186 Dayton,OH February 26, 2024
90th Percentile School Bus Driver Salary $52,569 Dayton,OH February 26, 2024
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Commitment: An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.

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Health insurance: Health insurance is a type of insurance coverage that pays for health and medical expenses. Health insurance covers some or all of the costs of routine care, emergency care, and treatment for chronic illnesses.

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CPR: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.

Commitment 1.99%
Health insurance 0.23%
CPR 0.4%
Others 97.38%

Job Description for School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver drives a bus intended for school activities. Transports students to and from school and designated locations. Being a School Bus Driver may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Additionally, School Bus Driver requires a valid driver's license. The School Bus Driver possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for School Bus Driver

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For School Bus Driver, the first career path typically progresses to Assisted Living Resident Driver/Escort.

The second career path typically starts with a Limousine Chauffeur II position, and then progresses to Limousine Chauffeur III.

The third career path typically progresses to Vehicle Delivery Driver.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically progresses to Shuttle Driver II.

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School Bus Driver salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of School Bus Driver, the highest School Bus Driver salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the School Bus Driver salary is 25.0% above. The lowest School Bus Driver salary is in Miami, FL, where the School Bus Driver salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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About Dayton, Ohio    Dayton (/ˈdeɪtən/) is the sixth-largest city in the state of Ohio and the county seat of Montgomery County. A small part of the city extends into Gree....More

Dayton, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Dayton, Ohio

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