Machinists Salary in Michigan
Median Annual Salary
$49,930
$24.01/hr
Salary Range
$37,730 – $74,510
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
23,090
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.3%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$53,631
real purchasing power
11.1% below the national median ($56,150)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$37,730 (entry)$49,930 (median)$74,510 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+25.4%
$11,990 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe | $64,390 | 380 |
| Ann Arbor | $60,970 | 380 |
| Flint | $59,450 | 370 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $57,240 | 9,560 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $54,720 | 780 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $52,190 | 530 |
| Midland | $52,030 | 50 |
| Bay City | $51,260 | 180 |
| Saginaw | $50,710 | 580 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $49,750 | 3,690 |
| Battle Creek | $49,340 | 320 |
| Jackson | $48,310 | 550 |
| Niles | $48,160 | 520 |
| Traverse City | $47,910 | 280 |
| Muskegon-Norton Shores | $46,800 | 570 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.