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bus driver Salary in illinois

Based on 36 active job postings in illinois  ·  Updated 2026

Min Salary
$45,760
per year
Average Salary
$37,505
per year
Max Salary
$60,000
per year
Jobs Found
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Open bus driver Jobs in illinois 36

Lemont Township High School District 210 Lemont, Illinois
$30.9 Full Time
First Student Addison, Illinois
$28 Full Time
First Student Schaumburg, Illinois
$27 Full Time
North America Central School Bus Batavia, Illinois
$26 Full Time
Illinois Central School Bus Robbins, Illinois
$25.6 Full Time
North America Central School Bus Chicago, Illinois
$22.65 Full Time
Common Sail Investment Group Naperville, Illinois
$20 Full Time
Elite Staffing Inc. Bolingbrook, Illinois
Full Time
Goodwill Greater Milwaukee and Chicago Great Lakes, Illinois
Full Time
Township High School District 113 Highland Park, Illinois
Full Time

bus driver Salary FAQ

What is the average bus driver salary in illinois?
Based on 39001 recent job postings, the average annual salary for a bus driver in illinois is approximately $37,505, with a range of $45,760 – $60,000.
How do I negotiate my bus driver salary?
Research comparable roles in your area, document your accomplishments, and arrive at negotiations with data. Use total compensation (base + bonus + equity + benefits) as your benchmark, not just base pay.
What factors affect bus driver compensation in illinois?
Key factors include years of experience, technical certifications, company size (startup vs. enterprise), industry (tech vs. finance vs. healthcare), and whether the role is remote-first or on-site in a high cost-of-living metro.