What are the main factors that influence an Activity Bus Driver's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Activity Bus Driver?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Activity Bus Driver roles, with salaries approximately 28% above the market median.

How does experience change An Activity Bus Driver's salary?

An Activity Bus Driver's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,308 for beginners, reaching about $46,025 at mid-level, and approach $48,128 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Activity Bus Driver?

Activity Bus Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Activity Bus Driver roles are District of Columbia $57,061, California $56,844, Massachusetts $56,087. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Activity Bus Driver roles make?

Salaries for Activity Bus Driver level roles vary by specialization: Bus Driver Trainer: $51,920; Trainee Bus Driver: $51,703; Courtesy Bus Driver: $51,395; Shuttle Bus Driver: $50,903; Municipal Bus Driver: $50,902.

Activity Bus Driver Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Activity Bus Driver make in New Mexico? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Activity Bus Driver in New Mexico is $47,733 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,508
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,372 to $51,803
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,403

10% $39,403

50% (Median) $47,733

90% $55,508

Activity Bus Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,803	$4,317	$996	$25
Average	$47,733	$3,978	$918	$23
25th Percentile	$43,372	$3,614	$834	$21

Salary Factors Salary by Experience Related Job Salaries Top Paying Cities Explore Related Jobs

For HR & Compensation Team

What should I pay?

See how Salary.com helps teams price roles more accurately.

Benchmark Activity Bus Driver with confidence

Get deeper market data to support decisions.

Work Email

Phone No.

Choose a perfect time to talk with a compensation expert.

Book a Demo

Check out Activity Bus Driver Job Openings in New Mexico

Activity Bus Driver

Jemez Mountain School District 53 – Gallina, NM

26-27 SY Activity Bus Driver

Deming Public Schools – Deming, NM

Activity Bus Drivers

Artesia Public School District – Artesia, NM

Activity Bus Drivers

Artesia Public Schools – Artesia, NM

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): $45,308
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,451
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,025
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,885
Expert (over 8 years): $48,128

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Activity Bus Driver	less than 1 year	$45,308
Early Career Level Activity Bus Driver	1-2 years	$45,451
Mid-Level Level Activity Bus Driver	2-4 years	$46,025
Senior-Level Level Activity Bus Driver	5-8 years	$46,885
Expert Level Activity Bus Driver	over 8 years	$48,128

How Do Activity Bus Driver Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Activity Bus Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,061.
California: $56,844.
Massachusetts: $56,087.

District of Columbia $57,061 California $56,844 Massachusetts $56,087 Washington $55,881 New Jersey $55,860 Alaska $55,788 Connecticut $55,077 New York $54,788

Hawaii $53,866 Rhode Island $53,433 Maryland $53,139 Minnesota $52,737 Colorado $52,582 Illinois $52,531 Oregon $52,335 Delaware $52,191

New Hampshire $52,100 Virginia $51,897 Pennsylvania $51,304 Nevada $51,005 North Dakota $50,907 Michigan $50,753 Wisconsin $50,696 Vermont $50,583

Texas $50,268 Maine $50,248 Arizona $50,217 Ohio $50,181 Georgia $49,707 Indiana $49,470 Wyoming $49,423 Utah $49,351

Iowa $49,320 Kansas $49,073 Louisiana $49,001 North Carolina $48,975 Missouri $48,965 Florida $48,764 Montana $48,655 Nebraska $48,552

Kentucky $48,496 South Carolina $48,289 Tennessee $48,161 Idaho $48,109 New Mexico $47,733 Oklahoma $47,650 Alabama $47,346 South Dakota $46,836

Arkansas $46,558 West Virginia $46,408 Mississippi $45,960

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:

Algodones: $48,241
Belen: $47,972
Bernalillo: $48,327

Algodones, NM $48,241

Belen, NM $47,972

Bernalillo, NM $48,327

Bluewater, NM $47,312

Bosque, NM $47,620

Casa Blanca, NM $47,728

Cedar Crest, NM $48,367

Cedarvale, NM $46,470

Cerrillos, NM $48,276

Claunch, NM $46,298

Coyote, NM $47,565

Cuba, NM $47,489

Cubero, NM $47,833

Edgewood, NM $48,151

Estancia, NM $47,577

Gallina, NM $47,316

Counselor, NM $47,345

Grants, NM $47,258

Milan, NM $47,447

Isleta, NM $48,409

Jarales, NM $47,926

Jemez Pueblo, NM $48,009

Jemez Springs, NM $47,861

Laguna, NM $48,067

La Jara, NM $47,435

La Joya, NM $47,326

Lindrith, NM $47,268

Los Lunas, NM $48,227

Mcintosh, NM $47,838

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $47,520

Moriarty, NM $47,678

Mountainair, NM $47,163

Nageezi, NM $47,282

New Laguna, NM $47,810

Paguate, NM $47,843

Pena Blanca, NM $48,377

Peralta, NM $48,303

Placitas, NM $48,328

Ponderosa, NM $47,948

Prewitt, NM $47,297

Regina, NM $47,330

Sandia Park, NM $48,245

Corrales, NM $48,427

San Fidel, NM $47,552

San Rafael, NM $47,350

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $48,246

San Ysidro, NM $48,181

Stanley, NM $47,671

Tijeras, NM $48,251

Tome, NM $48,162

Torreon, NM $48,002

Veguita, NM $47,616

Willard, NM $47,078

Youngsville, NM $47,578

Bosque Farms, NM $48,391

Clines Corners, NM $47,383

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $48,282

Cochiti Lake, NM $48,345

Albuquerque, NM $48,454

Kirtland Afb, NM $48,454

Rio Rancho, NM $48,375

Gallup, NM $47,366

Brimhall, NM $47,232

Church Rock, NM $47,254

Continental Divide, NM $47,221

Crownpoint, NM $47,260

Fence Lake, NM $47,049

Fort Wingate, NM $47,238

Gamerco, NM $47,317

Mentmore, NM $47,244

Mexican Springs, NM $47,238

Ramah, NM $47,152

Rehoboth, NM $47,270

Thoreau, NM $47,272

Tohatchi, NM $47,229

Vanderwagen, NM $47,238

Zuni, NM $47,227

Navajo, NM $47,291

Jamestown, NM $47,174

Pinehill, NM $47,115

Sheep Springs, NM $47,280

Smith Lake, NM $47,456

Yatahey, NM $47,263

Farmington, NM $47,490

Aztec, NM $47,578

Blanco, NM $47,356

Bloomfield, NM $47,299

Flora Vista, NM $47,539

Fruitland, NM $47,242

Kirtland, NM $47,540

La Plata, NM $47,557

Navajo Dam, NM $47,535

Shiprock, NM $47,469

Waterflow, NM $47,445

Newcomb, NM $47,251

Sanostee, NM $47,281

Santa Fe, NM $48,702

Abiquiu, NM $47,369

Alcalde, NM $48,195

Amalia, NM $47,297

Arroyo Hondo, NM $47,231

Arroyo Seco, NM $47,285

Canjilon, NM $47,223

Canones, NM $47,653

Carson, NM $47,412

Cebolla, NM $47,251

Cerro, NM $47,265

Chama, NM $47,458

Chamisal, NM $48,067

Chimayo, NM $48,404

Cordova, NM $48,322

Costilla, NM $47,496

Taos Ski Valley, NM $47,136

Dixon, NM $48,021

Dulce, NM $47,457

El Prado, NM $47,327

El Rito, NM $47,544

Embudo, NM $47,774

Espanola, NM $48,346

Glorieta, NM $48,514

Hernandez, NM $47,896

Ilfeld, NM $48,066

La Madera, NM $47,461

Lamy, NM $48,329

Llano, NM $47,969

Los Alamos, NM $48,444

White Rock, NM $48,535

Medanales, NM $47,949

Ojo Caliente, NM $47,667

Los Ojos, NM $47,342

Pecos, NM $48,363

Penasco, NM $47,791

Petaca, NM $47,179

Questa, NM $47,315

Ranchos De Taos, NM $47,564

Red River, NM $47,180

Ribera, NM $47,483

Rowe, NM $48,112

San Cristobal, NM $47,178

San Jose, NM $47,993

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $48,228

Santa Cruz, NM $48,388

Serafina, NM $47,363

Taos, NM $47,300

Tererro, NM $48,518

Tesuque, NM $48,702

Tierra Amarilla, NM $47,300

Trampas, NM $47,752

Tres Piedras, NM $47,166

Truchas, NM $48,187

Vadito, NM $47,728

Valdez, NM $47,214

Vallecitos, NM $47,177

Velarde, NM $47,948

Villanueva, NM $47,392

Spaceport City, NM $46,425

Las Vegas, NM $46,990

Angel Fire, NM $47,128

Anton Chico, NM $46,908

Buena Vista, NM $47,339

Chacon, NM $47,373

Cimarron, NM $47,055

Cleveland, NM $47,709

Eagle Nest, NM $47,090

Guadalupita, NM $47,300

Holman, NM $47,587

La Loma, NM $46,829

Maxwell, NM $47,071

Miami, NM $46,969

Mills, NM $46,802

Montezuma, NM $47,951

Mora, NM $47,776

Mosquero, NM $46,761

Ocate, NM $47,020

Ojo Feliz, NM $47,144

Rainsville, NM $47,350

Raton, NM $47,189

Rociada, NM $47,975

Roy, NM $46,812

Sapello, NM $47,559

Solano, NM $46,755

Springer, NM $46,948

Ute Park, NM $47,077

Valmora, NM $46,950

Wagon Mound, NM $46,896

Watrous, NM $46,966

Socorro, NM $46,857

Aragon, NM $46,999

Datil, NM $46,805

Lemitar, NM $47,075

Luna, NM $47,082

Magdalena, NM $46,809

Pie Town, NM $46,965

Polvadera, NM $47,189

Quemado, NM $47,062

Reserve, NM $46,978

San Acacia, NM $47,266

San Antonio, NM $46,598

Truth Or Consequences, NM $46,588

Arrey, NM $46,580

Caballo, NM $46,612

Derry, NM $46,375

Elephant Butte, NM $46,709

Garfield, NM $46,241

Hatch, NM $45,500

Monticello, NM $46,586

Rincon, NM $45,238

Salem, NM $46,097

Williamsburg, NM $46,647

Winston, NM $46,620

Las Cruces, NM $44,646

White Sands Missile Range, NM $44,792

Santa Teresa, NM $45,118

Playas, NM $46,804

Animas, NM $46,919

Anthony, NM $45,107

Arenas Valley, NM $46,836

Bayard, NM $46,792

Berino, NM $44,902

Buckhorn, NM $46,841

Santa Clara, NM $46,874

Chamberino, NM $44,949

Cliff, NM $46,787

Columbus, NM $46,661

Deming, NM $46,672

Dona Ana, NM $44,647

Fairacres, NM $44,781

Faywood, NM $46,650

Fort Bayard, NM $46,829

Gila, NM $46,718

Glenwood, NM $46,754

Hachita, NM $46,661

Hanover, NM $46,671

Hillsboro, NM $46,575

Hurley, NM $46,761

La Mesa, NM $45,500

Lordsburg, NM $46,769

Mesilla, NM $44,647

Mesilla Park, NM $44,651

Mesquite, NM $44,690

Mimbres, NM $46,708

Mule Creek, NM $46,834

Organ, NM $44,675

Pinos Altos, NM $46,786

Radium Springs, NM $44,665

Redrock, NM $46,667

Rodeo, NM $46,978

San Miguel, NM $44,673

Silver City, NM $46,786

Sunland Park, NM $44,878

Tyrone, NM $46,925

Vado, NM $44,708

Chaparral, NM $45,271

Clovis, NM $46,696

Cannon Afb, NM $46,593

Broadview, NM $46,560

Causey, NM $46,480

Crossroads, NM $46,370

Dora, NM $46,591

Elida, NM $46,398

Floyd, NM $46,510

Fort Sumner, NM $46,473

Grady, NM $46,605

House, NM $46,568

Kenna, NM $46,398

Lingo, NM $46,477

Melrose, NM $46,575

Milnesand, NM $46,379

Pep, NM $46,443

Portales, NM $46,613

Rogers, NM $46,456

Saint Vrain, NM $46,605

Taiban, NM $46,457

Texico, NM $46,623

Yeso, NM $46,288

Roswell, NM $46,342

Artesia, NM $46,434

Caprock, NM $46,339

Carlsbad, NM $46,464

Dexter, NM $46,375

Eunice, NM $46,505

Hagerman, NM $46,398

Hobbs, NM $46,573

Hope, NM $46,228

Jal, NM $46,451

Lake Arthur, NM $46,321

Lakewood, NM $46,390

Loco Hills, NM $46,476

Loving, NM $46,452

Lovington, NM $46,528

Mcdonald, NM $46,402

Malaga, NM $46,407

Maljamar, NM $46,361

Monument, NM $46,471

Tatum, NM $46,432

Whites City, NM $46,509

Carrizozo, NM $46,122

Alamogordo, NM $45,975

Alto, NM $46,129

Bent, NM $45,984

Capitan, NM $46,022

Cloudcroft, NM $45,979

Corona, NM $46,323

Encino, NM $46,695

Fort Stanton, NM $46,041

Glencoe, NM $46,008

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $45,970

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $45,970

Hondo, NM $46,051

La Luz, NM $45,970

Lincoln, NM $45,917

Mayhill, NM $46,074

Mescalero, NM $45,991

Nogal, NM $46,188

Orogrande, NM $45,993

Picacho, NM $46,041

Pinon, NM $46,214

Ruidoso, NM $46,217

Ruidoso Downs, NM $46,154

Sacramento, NM $46,012

San Patricio, NM $46,066

Sunspot, NM $45,970

Timberon, NM $46,070

Tinnie, NM $46,014

Tularosa, NM $46,001

Vaughn, NM $46,507

Weed, NM $46,069

Tucumcari, NM $46,738

Amistad, NM $46,677

Bard, NM $46,603

Capulin, NM $47,130

Clayton, NM $46,768

Conchas Dam, NM $46,810

Cuervo, NM $46,585

Des Moines, NM $46,944

Folsom, NM $47,017

Garita, NM $46,721

Gladstone, NM $46,814

Grenville, NM $46,806

Logan, NM $46,736

Mcalister, NM $46,591

Nara Visa, NM $46,625

Newkirk, NM $46,677

Quay, NM $46,704

San Jon, NM $46,654

Santa Rosa, NM $46,704

Sedan, NM $46,720

Trementina, NM $46,718

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	$61,098	$29.0	28%
Internet	$59,666	$29.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$54,893	$26.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$53,461	$26.0	12%
Insurance	$52,506	$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.

$43,372

Average $47,733/year

$51,803

$3,614

Average $3,978/month

$4,317

$834

Average $918/week

$996

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,803	$4,317	$996	$25
Average	$47,733	$3,978	$918	$23
25th Percentile	$43,372	$3,614	$834	$21

Find Your Next Activity Bus Driver Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Activity Bus Driver job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

Bloomfield School District | Bloomfield, NM

Bus Drivers Bus Aid Activity and Sub

Bloomfield School District | Bloomfield, NM

School Bus Driver. There are certain duties that all school bus drivers are required to perform. These include. Must know and be able to comply with the fe... more

5 Days Ago
Taos Municipal Schools | Taos, NM

CDL Route Activity Bus Drivers

Taos Municipal Schools | Taos, NM

Non-Certified Bus Driver. Primary Job Function is to transport students to and from school or to and from school sponsored activity while utilizing a schoo... more

4 Days Ago
Silver City Consolidated School District #1 | Silver City, NM

Activity Driver

Silver City Consolidated School District #1 | Silver City, NM

Activity Driver. To provide safe and reliable transportation service by operating various school buses in transporting passengers to and from school as wel... more

4 Days Ago
Belen Consolidated School District | Belen, NM

Bus Driver

Belen Consolidated School District | Belen, NM

Bus Driver. Transportation Department. 2026/2027 School Year. Qualifications. High School diploma or GED certificate. Must be 21 years or older. Valid and ... more

5 Days Ago
Sandia Resort & Casino | Bernalillo, NM

BUS DRIVER

Sandia Resort & Casino | Bernalillo, NM

Bus Driver. Bernalillo, NM 87004. Overview. Salary Range $21.19 - $23.84 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Category ... more

5 Days Ago
Farmington Municipal Schools | Farmington, NM

Bus Driver

Farmington Municipal Schools | Farmington, NM

School Bus Driver. We will provide training to you to receive your Class B CDL and P & S endorsement. Under the general supervision of the Director of Tran... more

8 Days Ago

For Employees

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Get a Salary Increase

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

Search Job Openings

For Employers

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Adjust Employee Salary

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Price My Industry Jobs

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue

Activity Bus Driver Salary in New Mexico

Check out Activity Bus Driver Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Activity Bus Driver Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Activity Bus Driver Salaries?

How Do Activity Bus Driver Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Activity Bus Driver

Activity Bus Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Activity Bus Driver

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

Find Your Next Activity Bus Driver Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Activity Bus Driver Salary in New Mexico

Check out Activity Bus Driver Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Activity Bus Driver Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Activity Bus Driver Salaries?

How Do Activity Bus Driver Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Activity Bus Driver

Activity Bus Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Activity Bus Driver

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

Salaries of jobs related to Activity Bus Driver

Find Your Next Activity Bus Driver Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?