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Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity average salary by city in Illinois
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $70,760 | $65,200 | $61,720 | $55,248 | 104 |
| Champaign | $58,890 | $51,010 | $49,610 | $46,724 | 93 |
| Peoria | $54,340 | $50,930 | $46,130 | $43,293 | 91 |
| Rockford | $50,540 | $48,200 | $44,560 | $40,428 | 92 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity salary in other states
More about pay in Illinois
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 53-3052.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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