How much does a helper make in Michigan?
$39,840a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in Michigan. That is $19.15 an hour or $3,320 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.15
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,080Median: $39,840Highest 10%: $57,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,080 | $14.46 | |
| 25th | $35,030 | $16.84 | |
| Median | $39,840 | $19.15 | |
| 75th | $52,840 | $25.40 | |
| 90th | $57,420 | $27.61 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $41,670 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $39,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 20. Texas | $40,610 |
| 21. Louisiana | $39,960 |
| 22. Georgia | $39,890 |
| 23. Michigan | $39,840 |
| 24. Florida | $39,500 |
| 25. Idaho | $39,240 |
| 26. Montana | $38,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $19.15 ($39,840 a year).
Do helpers make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $39,840 against $42,670 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Michigan rank for helper pay?
Michigan ranks 23 of 40 states.
Which city in Michigan pays helpers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $41,670 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.