How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Michigan?
$72,430a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Michigan. That is $34.82 an hour or $6,036 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.82
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,890Median: $72,430Highest 10%: $102,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,890 | $15.33 | |
| 25th | $58,460 | $28.11 | |
| Median | $72,430 | $34.82 | |
| 75th | $83,930 | $40.35 | |
| 90th | $102,200 | $49.13 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 13. Idaho | $82,980 |
| 14. West Virginia | $81,710 |
| 15. New Mexico | $72,610 |
| 16. Michigan | $72,430 |
| 17. Mississippi | $71,080 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $70,110 |
| 19. South Carolina | $68,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $34.82 ($72,430 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $72,430 against $78,120 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Michigan rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Michigan ranks 16 of 35 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.