How much does a motor vehicle operator make in Michigan?
$33,990a year
Median yearly pay for motor vehicle operators in Michigan. That is $16.34 an hour or $2,833 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.34
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,490Median: $33,990Highest 10%: $39,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,490 | $12.74 | |
| 25th | $29,060 | $13.97 | |
| Median | $33,990 | $16.34 | |
| 75th | $35,110 | $16.88 | |
| 90th | $39,740 | $19.11 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $34,280 |
| Detroit, MI | $33,990 |
| Flint, MI | $30,880 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $30,540 |
| Bay City, MI | $29,790 |
| Saginaw, MI | $29,230 |
| Lansing, MI | $29,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for motor vehicle operators.
| 33. Oregon | $34,870 |
| 34. Minnesota | $34,670 |
| 35. North Dakota | $34,230 |
| 36. Michigan | $33,990 |
| 37. Wisconsin | $33,970 |
| 38. Maine | $33,690 |
| 39. Tennessee | $33,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a motor vehicle operator make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $16.34 ($33,990 a year).
Do motor vehicle operators make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $33,990 against $37,180 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Michigan rank for motor vehicle operator pay?
Michigan ranks 36 of 51 states.
Which city in Michigan pays motor vehicle operators the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $34,280 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.