Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,770 -19.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.22
10th percentile $37,800
90th percentile $97,750
Employed locally 360
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,800
    25th
    $47,930
    50th (median)
    $60,770
    75th
    $77,620
    90th
    $97,750

    Top-paying metros for Buyers and Purchasing Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Lexington Park, MD $105,810
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $103,560
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,140
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $99,200
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $99,200

    Related occupations in Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $65,700
    Human Resources Specialists $58,310
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $54,340
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $77,920
    Project Management Specialists $78,400
    Training and Development Specialists $53,140

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Buyers and Purchasing Agents make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Northern Michigan is $29.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Buyers and Purchasing Agents salaries?

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in Northern Michigan is 19.7% below the national median of $75,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $37,800 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,930.