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Bus Drivers, School average salary by city in Minnesota
- Minneapolis$51,170
- St. Cloud$48,990
- Rochester$47,800
- Duluth$46,870
- Mankato$44,420
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $51,170 | $50,240 | $39,760 | $41,339 | 105 |
| St. Cloud | $48,990 | $48,160 | $39,560 | $39,736 | 88 |
| Rochester | $47,800 | $48,660 | $38,010 | $38,849 | 91 |
| Duluth | $46,870 | $46,780 | $38,770 | $38,151 | 89 |
| Mankato | $44,420 | $46,580 | $36,860 | $36,314 | 91 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Minnesota Paid Leave premiums are not included. 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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