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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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active listings
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Open bus driver Jobs in illinois 36

Bensenville Elementary School District 2 Bensenville, Illinois
$27 Full Time
McHenry County Fox River Grove, Illinois
$25 Full Time
Schaumburg Park District Schaumburg, Illinois
$21 Full Time
Elite Staffing Inc. Forest Park, Illinois
$21 Full Time
Leyden High School District 212 Franklin Park, Illinois
$19 Full Time
Lincoln-Way Area Special Education Frankfort, Illinois
$18 Full Time
Community Consolidated Schools District 168 Chicago Heights, Illinois
Full Time
Skokie District 68 Skokie, Illinois
Full Time
St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 Saint Charles, Illinois
Full Time
Lake County Schools Consortium Gurnee, 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.