How much does a tank car make in Michigan?
$57,900a year
Median yearly pay for tank cars in Michigan. That is $27.84 an hour or $4,825 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.84
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,010Median: $57,900Highest 10%: $66,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,010 | $22.60 | |
| 25th | $54,120 | $26.02 | |
| Median | $57,900 | $27.84 | |
| 75th | $60,440 | $29.06 | |
| 90th | $66,880 | $32.15 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $60,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tank cars.
| 11. North Dakota | $61,210 |
| 12. Texas | $61,170 |
| 13. Louisiana | $58,900 |
| 14. Michigan | $57,900 |
| 15. Missouri | $57,750 |
| 16. Ohio | $57,700 |
| 17. Wisconsin | $57,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tank car make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $27.84 ($57,900 a year).
Do tank cars make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $57,900 against $58,870 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Michigan rank for tank car pay?
Michigan ranks 14 of 35 states.
Which city in Michigan pays tank cars the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $60,440 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.