Septa employees working as Transit Bus Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 7 ratings. This is in line with the average of Transit Bus Operator professionals at Septa worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Transit Bus Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $43,573 per year (estimate) and goes up to $75,131 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Transit Bus Operator at Septa is $56,934 per year or $27 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $77,051 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $48,924 (25th percentile) and $66,813 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 12 salaries submitted by Septa Transit Bus Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Transit Bus Operator professionals typically earn between $24 and $32 per hour.
Transit Bus Operator professionals typically earn between $4,077 and $5,568 monthly.
