Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Mid Michigan

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

Median annual salary $40,880 -11.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.65
10th percentile $34,220
90th percentile $49,460
Employed locally 650
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,220
    25th
    $37,630
    50th (median)
    $40,880
    75th
    $45,550
    90th
    $49,460

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in Mid Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$31,240
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$50,050
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$37,120
    Light Truck Drivers$37,750
    Bus Drivers, School$44,550
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$30,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in Mid Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Mid Michigan is $19.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.29 or more per hour.

    Is Mid Michigan above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Mid Michigan is 11.9% below the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Mid Michigan?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $34,220 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,630.