Counter and Rental Clerks Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $37,120 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.85
10th percentile $28,240
90th percentile $61,340
Employed locally 320
National median $38,540

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,240
    25th
    $31,920
    50th (median)
    $37,120
    75th
    $48,230
    90th
    $61,340

    Top-paying metros for Counter and Rental Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $49,130
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $48,550
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $47,710
    Washington $47,420
    Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area $47,350
    Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area $47,060

    Related occupations in Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Cashiers $28,870
    Retail Salespersons $32,020
    Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $63,480
    First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $44,110
    Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $60,260
    Insurance Sales Agents $59,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Counter and Rental Clerks make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Counter and Rental Clerks in Southern Michigan is $17.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.26 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Counter and Rental Clerks salaries?

    The median Counter and Rental Clerks salary in Southern Michigan is 3.7% below the national median of $38,540. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Counter and Rental Clerks in Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Counter and Rental Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $28,240 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,920.