How much does a construction laborer make in Michigan?
$49,590a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Michigan. That is $23.84 an hour or $4,133 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.84
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 28,490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,220Median: $49,590Highest 10%: $69,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,220 | $17.89 | |
| 25th | $44,750 | $21.51 | |
| Median | $49,590 | $23.84 | |
| 75th | $61,730 | $29.68 | |
| 90th | $69,890 | $33.60 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lansing, MI | $57,570 |
| Detroit, MI | $57,430 |
| Flint, MI | $57,170 |
| Battle Creek, MI | $56,700 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | $51,380 |
| Monroe, MI | $51,200 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $50,910 |
| South Bend, IN | $50,870 |
| Saginaw, MI | $49,000 |
| Midland, MI | $48,790 |
| Traverse City, MI | $48,400 |
| Jackson, MI | $48,130 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $47,780 |
| Bay City, MI | $47,360 |
| Muskegon, MI | $47,010 |
| Niles, MI | $46,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 17. District of Columbia | $50,020 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $49,980 |
| 19. Montana | $49,830 |
| 20. Michigan | $49,590 |
| 21. Pennsylvania | $49,400 |
| 22. North Dakota | $49,070 |
| 23. Nevada | $48,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $23.84 ($49,590 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $49,590 against $47,120 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Michigan rank for construction laborer pay?
Michigan ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Michigan pays construction laborers the most?
Lansing-East Lansing, MI, with a median of $57,570 a year.
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.