Septa employees working as Bus Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 33 ratings. This is in line with the average of Bus Operator professionals at Septa worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a 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 Bus Operator at Septa is $55,065 per year or $26 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $77,135 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $46,464 (25th percentile) and $65,833 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 50 salaries submitted by Septa Bus Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Bus Operator professionals typically earn between $22 and $32 per hour.
Bus Operator professionals typically earn between $3,872 and $5,486 monthly.
