How much does an Activity Bus Driver make in Arkansas? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Activity Bus Driver in Arkansas is $46,561 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, an Activity Bus Driver's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,163
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,311 to $50,540
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,442

Key Factors That Influence Activity Bus Driver Salaries

An Activity Bus Driver's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Activity Bus Driver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Activity Bus Driver's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,196
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,335
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,894
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,732
  • Expert (over 8 years): $46,948
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Activity Bus Driver less than 1 year $44,196
Early Career Level Activity Bus Driver 1-2 years $44,335
Mid-Level Level Activity Bus Driver 2-4 years $44,894
Senior-Level Level Activity Bus Driver 5-8 years $45,732
Expert Level Activity Bus Driver over 8 years $46,948

Top Paying Cities for Activity Bus Driver

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Star City: $45,798
  • Wesley: $46,511
  • West Fork: $46,806

Activity Bus Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Activity Bus Driver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 48% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 28% above the average. In contrast, Activity Bus Driver positions in Financial Services or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Activity Bus Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Activity Bus Driver

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals $59,598 $29.0 28%
Internet $58,201 $28.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $53,545 $26.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $52,148 $25.0 12%
Insurance $51,217 $25.0 10%

Activity Bus Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Activity Bus Driver's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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  • Monthly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$42,311
Average $46,561/year
$50,540
$3,526
Average $3,880/month
$4,212
$814
Average $895/week
$972
$20
Average $22/hour
$24
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $50,540 $4,212 $972 $24
Average $46,561 $3,880 $895 $22
25th Percentile $42,311 $3,526 $814 $20

Find Your Next Activity Bus Driver Job

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    Community Action Program for Central Arkansas 'CAPCA' | Dumas, AR

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    Elkins School District | Elkins, AR

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    Alma School District | Alma, AR

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    Monticello Central School District | Monticello, AR

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  • South Conway County School District | Morrilton, AR

    South Conway County School District | Morrilton, AR

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    Mayflower School District | Mayflower, AR

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