Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $41,190 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.80
10th percentile $35,440
90th percentile $57,940
Employed locally 450
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,440
    25th
    $37,930
    50th (median)
    $41,190
    75th
    $47,950
    90th
    $57,940

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$33,730
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$49,620
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$37,380
    Light Truck Drivers$39,210
    Bus Drivers, School$42,360
    Driver/Sales Workers$37,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Northern Michigan is $19.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.34 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Northern Michigan is 11.2% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $35,440 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,930.