How much does a gas plant operator make in Michigan?
$100,500a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in Michigan. That is $48.32 an hour or $8,375 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.32
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $92,190Median: $100,500Highest 10%: $121,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $92,190 | $44.32 | |
| 25th | $97,110 | $46.69 | |
| Median | $100,500 | $48.32 | |
| 75th | $109,500 | $52.66 | |
| 90th | $121,400 | $58.38 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $108,700 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $104,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 8. Maryland | $103,000 |
| 9. South Dakota | $101,500 |
| 10. Arkansas | $100,900 |
| 11. Michigan | $100,500 |
| 12. Minnesota | $100,500 |
| 13. New York | $98,390 |
| 14. Utah | $98,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $48.32 ($100,500 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $100,500 against $87,820 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Michigan rank for gas plant operator pay?
Michigan ranks 11 of 43 states.
Which city in Michigan pays gas plant operators the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $108,700 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.