How much does a protective service worker make in Michigan?
$49,730a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Michigan. That is $23.91 an hour or $4,144 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.91
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,120Median: $49,730Highest 10%: $70,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,120 | $16.40 | |
| 25th | $39,040 | $18.77 | |
| Median | $49,730 | $23.91 | |
| 75th | $61,790 | $29.71 | |
| 90th | $70,260 | $33.78 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $56,930 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $53,470 |
| Traverse City, MI | $40,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 16. Massachusetts | $50,040 |
| 17. Maine | $49,940 |
| 18. Mississippi | $49,800 |
| 19. Michigan | $49,730 |
| 20. Utah | $49,610 |
| 21. Oregon | $49,520 |
| 22. Missouri | $49,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $23.91 ($49,730 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $49,730 against $42,540 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Michigan rank for protective service worker pay?
Michigan ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Michigan pays protective service workers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $56,930 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.