How much does a pump operator make in Michigan?
$69,540a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Michigan. That is $33.43 an hour or $5,795 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.43
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,800Median: $69,540Highest 10%: $118,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,800 | $22.50 | |
| 25th | $49,980 | $24.03 | |
| Median | $69,540 | $33.43 | |
| 75th | $95,860 | $46.09 | |
| 90th | $118,800 | $57.12 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 4. Wyoming | $77,820 |
| 5. Connecticut | $71,890 |
| 6. Montana | $71,770 |
| 7. Michigan | $69,540 |
| 8. Alabama | $66,890 |
| 9. Virginia | $66,500 |
| 10. New Jersey | $64,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $33.43 ($69,540 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $69,540 against $61,770 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Michigan rank for pump operator pay?
Michigan ranks 7 of 37 states.
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.