How much does a transportation worker make in Michigan?
$37,190a year
Median yearly pay for transportation workers in Michigan. That is $17.88 an hour or $3,099 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.88
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,310Median: $37,190Highest 10%: $65,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,310 | $13.13 | |
| 25th | $32,010 | $15.39 | |
| Median | $37,190 | $17.88 | |
| 75th | $38,580 | $18.55 | |
| 90th | $65,080 | $31.29 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $38,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation workers.
| 23. Maryland | $42,190 |
| 24. Rhode Island | $41,820 |
| 25. Nevada | $37,340 |
| 26. Michigan | $37,190 |
| 27. Nebraska | $37,140 |
| 28. Florida | $37,110 |
| 29. Mississippi | $36,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation worker make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $17.88 ($37,190 a year).
Do transportation workers make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $37,190 against $45,650 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Michigan rank for transportation worker pay?
Michigan ranks 26 of 36 states.
Which city in Michigan pays transportation workers the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $38,580 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.