Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $48,620 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.38
10th percentile $37,950
90th percentile $59,310
Employed locally 1,460
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,950
    25th
    $43,620
    50th (median)
    $48,620
    75th
    $59,310
    90th
    $59,310

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,180
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $56,410
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $40,930
    Packers and Packagers, Hand $35,890
    Light Truck Drivers $36,810
    Driver/Sales Workers $35,870

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Southern Michigan is $23.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Southern Michigan is 4.8% above 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,950 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,620.