How much does a farmer make in Michigan?
$82,620a year
Median yearly pay for farmers in Michigan. That is $39.72 an hour or $6,885 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.72
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,140Median: $82,620Highest 10%: $125,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,140 | $19.30 | |
| 25th | $57,400 | $27.60 | |
| Median | $82,620 | $39.72 | |
| 75th | $105,000 | $50.48 | |
| 90th | $125,600 | $60.36 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $91,530 |
| Lansing, MI | $83,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmers.
| 12. Wisconsin | $86,320 |
| 13. Texas | $85,990 |
| 14. Indiana | $83,100 |
| 15. Michigan | $82,620 |
| 16. Oregon | $81,560 |
| 17. Idaho | $81,010 |
| 18. North Carolina | $80,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmer make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $39.72 ($82,620 a year).
Do farmers make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $82,620 against $89,900 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Michigan rank for farmer pay?
Michigan ranks 15 of 30 states.
Which city in Michigan pays farmers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $91,530 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.