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Bus Drivers, School average salary by city in Kansas
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka | $44,650 | $45,510 | $39,220 | $36,364 | 89 |
| Lawrence | $44,550 | $45,930 | $45,930 | $36,290 | 90 |
| Wichita | $43,750 | $46,120 | $42,230 | $35,692 | 89 |
| Manhattan | $41,490 | $45,850 | $37,760 | $34,002 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 53-3051.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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